Uterine fibroids are benign (non-cancerous) growths that may cause pelvic pain, swelling, discomfort during sex, bleeding and other problems.
Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery is a type of gynecologic surgery that involves smaller incisions and shorter recovery time. Learn more about these procedures.
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to that found in the lining of the uterus, known as the endometrium, grows outside the uterus.
A condition in which the lining of the uterus grows into the muscle walls of the uterus.
Abnormal uterine bleeding—or menstrual bleeding that is unpredictable in timing, amount or duration—is a common problem among women. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. Learn more about this procedure.
Minimally invasive surgery is a type of surgery that involves smaller incisions and shorter recovery time. Learn more about these procedures.
A surgical procedure to remove fibroids from uterine muscle tissue.
Menorrhagia is a very heavy period that lasts for more than seven days. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Women with uterine fibroids who opt to have them surgically removed will usually be given general anesthesia before their procedure.