Treatment options for adenomyosis range from pain-relief medicines and hormonal treatments through to surgery, including hysterectomy. The right choice depends on your symptoms, your stage of life and whether you wish to preserve your fertility. Many people start with non-surgical options before surgery is discussed. Key...
A robotic hysterectomy removes the uterus through a few small incisions, with the surgeon controlling the robotic instruments from a console in the operating room. You are asleep under general anaesthetic throughout, and the operation often takes around an hour, although the time depends on...
Adenomyosis is usually diagnosed by reviewing your symptoms, completing a clinical assessment and examining the uterus with pelvic imaging. A transvaginal ultrasound is commonly the first imaging test, while an MRI may be recommended when more detail is needed. The process also helps distinguish adenomyosis...
A hysterectomy is an operation to remove the uterus and may be recommended for conditions such as fibroids, adenomyosis, persistent heavy bleeding, endometriosis or gynaecological cancer. Different surgical approaches are available, including abdominal, vaginal, laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques. The appropriate procedure depends on the condition...
Robotic gynaecological surgery is a minimally invasive surgical approach used to treat a range of benign gynaecological conditions. While many patients may benefit from robotic-assisted surgery, suitability depends on the condition being treated, your symptoms, and your individual treatment goals. A specialist assessment helps determine...
Adenomyosis and fibroids are two common gynaecological conditions that can cause similar symptoms, including heavy periods, pelvic pain, and menstrual cramping. However, they are different conditions that affect the uterus in different ways and may require different treatment approaches. An accurate diagnosis is important to...
Recently, I had the privilege of being invited to visit MicroPort’s headquarters and laboratory training centre in Shanghai, China, together with a group of expert robotic gynaecologists from Melbourne and Sydney. MicroPort is the parent company of MedBot, a Chinese surgical robotics company that develops...
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that can vary widely in size and symptoms. Many women don’t experience noticeable issues and only discover fibroids during routine exams. Understanding when treatment is needed, and whether a myomectomy or hysterectomy is more suitable, can help guide your decision. Key...
8 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...
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...