UAE for subserosal pedunculated fibroids appears to be safe for most women, depending on the size of the fibroid and width of the stalk.
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Author Archives: Bill Parker, MD
Outcomes after Uterine artery Embolization for Pedunculated Subserosal Leiomyomas
July 30, 2009 – 7:07 pm
Is it a good idea to donate your own blood before having abdominal myomectomy surgery?
July 20, 2009 – 9:28 pm
Dr. Parker’s Comment: I recently attended a lecture by a world expert in blood transfusion medicine and it was eye-opening. It turns out that every day that blood, even your own blood, sits in the blood bank refrigerator, it decreases in quality. Studies show that in an ICU with really ill patients, the ones who […]
Quality of Life after Fibroid Embolization
July 14, 2009 – 11:17 am
Quality of life is very good after fibroid treatment with uterine fibroid embolization
What Size and Number of Fibroids Cause Symptoms that Lead to Treatment?
July 5, 2009 – 7:49 pm
The Fibroid Growth Study: Determinants of Therapeutic Intervention. Authors: Davis BJ, Haneke KE, Miner K, Kowalik A, Barrett JC, Peddada S, Baird DD. J Journal: Women’s Health (Larchmt). 2009 May;18(5):725-32. Study performed by: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA. Barbara.Davis@MPI.com Problem: A common question in my office is “if […]
Is my 5 cm fibroid causing my back pain?
June 21, 2009 – 7:55 pm
A 5 cm submucosal fibroid is unlikely to cause back pain.
A common blood clotting condition that can cause heavy periods and increase your risks of bleeding during surgery.
June 15, 2009 – 9:02 pm
A blood condition commonly found in women , called von Willebrand disease, can cause heavy menstrual periods and also increase the risks of bleeding during surgery.
Which is a better method of finding fibroids: MRI or Ultrasound?
June 8, 2009 – 7:54 am
MRI is more accurate than ultrasound when you need to know the exact number, position and sizes of fibroids.
Welcome!
June 1, 2009 – 10:39 am
Welcome to my blog for Fibroid Second Opinion. Every Monday, I plan to post my comments about interesting new fibroid research, medical articles about fibroids, topics you ask about in e-mail, or subjects you suggest. I welcome your comments.
Bill Parker, MD
Disclaimer: The ideas, procedures and suggestions contained on this web site are not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician. All matters regarding your health require medical supervision.
Dr. William H. Parker is a board-certified Fellow in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Parker is an internationally recognized expert in fibroid surgery and research. Based in San Diego, California, he is considered one of the best fibroid surgeons for abdominal and laparoscopic myomectomy in the United States and abroad. He has been chosen for Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors every year beginning in the late 90's.
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