Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in the muscle layer of the uterus. Also known as leiomyomas or myomas, these growths are common, affecting up to 70-80% of women at some point in their lives. Fibroids can vary significantly in size, ranging from tiny...
5 Myths About Robotic Surgery: Why a Second Opinion Could Save You from Open Surgery If you’ve been recommended open surgery for a non-cancerous gynaecological condition, such as fibroids or adenomyosis, it’s natural to feel concerned. Open surgery typically involves larger incisions and longer recovery times, but what...
A salpingectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or both fallopian tubes. It is often performed to treat serious gynecological conditions such as ectopic pregnancies or cancer. By removing the fallopian tubes, the procedure helps to alleviate symptoms and prevent complications.While salpingectomy can be...
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of a woman's uterus. It may be recommended for various conditions such as uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, endometriosis, or cancer. In Australia, hysterectomies are relatively common, with thousands performed annually. Women with debilitating gynaecological issues and those...
Uterine fibroids (also called leiomyomas) are noncancerous growths of the uterus. They are the commonest benign tumour arising from the muscular layer of the uterus. Many women have uterine fibroids sometime during their lifespan. Since there are frequently no noticeable symptoms, one might not know...
"Chocolate cyst", also called Ovarian Endometrioma, is a type of benign ovarian cyst which forms when cells from the internal lining of the uterus (called endometrium) are found within the ovary, forming a dark old blood fluid-filled sac or cyst that appears like chocolate. It...