New paradigms in the conservative surgical and interventional management of adenomyosis

Farah A Alvi, F.A. Alvi, Laura M Glaser, L.M. Glaser, Angela Chaudhari, Susan Tsai, Magdy P Milad
Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology · 2017 · vol. 29(4) , pp. 240–248 · doi:10.1097/gco.0000000000000371 · PMID:28665807 · W2728680258
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This review examines surgical and interventional options for symptomatic adenomyosis, detailing techniques, evidence, and utility of hysteroscopic ablation, adenomyomectomy, myometrial coagulation, uterine artery ligation/embolization, and focused ultrasound, considering their impact on symptoms, fertility, and reproductive outcomes.

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Adenomyosis is commonly diagnosed in women of reproductive age. Interest in conservative interventions has grown as more women desire fertility preservation or avoidance of hysterectomy. This review discusses surgical and interventional methods for treatment of symptomatic adenomyosis. The technique, evidence, and utility of each method are described. RECENT FINDINGS: Hysteroscopic ablative techniques are associated with lower morbidity than with hysterectomy but may result in an unacceptable risk of treatment failure. Surgical adenomyomectomy may provide good symptomatic improvement, especially when combined with preoperative gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist treatment. Laparoscopic myometrial coagulation is associated with high rates of future pregnancy complications. Uterine artery ligation has limited value as an isolated approach but, coupled with other techniques, provides adequate therapeutic control. Bilateral uterine artery embolization may improve symptoms, without significantly compromising fertility. Focused ultrasonic surgical methods also show promise in alleviating symptoms without compromising reproductive outcomes. SUMMARY: A multitude of surgical and interventional options are available for young women with symptomatic adenomyosis. These treatment methods have unique associated risks and benefits, and may have varying impacts on long-term symptom control, fertility, and reproductive outcomes.

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adenomyosis

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Adenomyosis Adenomyosis Adenomyosis Electrocoagulation Female Fertility Fertility Preservation Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Gynecologic Surgical Procedures Humans Hysterectomy Laparoscopy Leiomyoma Leiomyoma Pregnancy Risk Treatment Outcome Ultrasonography Uterine Artery

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