Category Archives: Women in White

How Effective is FTR?

With a technical success rate of over 90%, Fallopian Tube Recanalization (FTR) is the best treatment option to help clear blockages in the fallopian tubes 💫  Blockages can hinder fertility, often caused by the below factors 👇 🌻 Scarring from previous abdominal surgery 🌻 Certain STDs 🌻 Debris/mucous build up related to infection 🌻 Previous […]

Fibroids vs Cysts

  Fibroids and cysts are both growths that can occur in a woman’s reproductive system, but they have some key differences like composition and location. Fibroids are solid, non-cancerous tumors made up of muscle tissue that develop in the uterus, whereas cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can occur in various organs or tissues of the […]

East London Operating Dates

East London, we’re on our way 🙌 The Microsurgery team will be treating patients from Life St. Dominic’s Hospital on June 9th 🌷If you’ve been diagnosed and are interested in undergoing permanent, non-invasive treatment for fibroids, please visit our contact page or drop us a message online ✨    

Johannesburg Operating Dates

Our next Johannesburg operating dates are in! The Microsurgery will be treating patients from Netcare Parklane and Fourways Life hospitals from 5-28 June ✨ If you’ve been diagnosed and would like to undergo permanent, non-invasive treatment for fibroids,please visit our contact page or drop us a message online 🌸            

FTR – Symptoms and causes of Blocked Fallopian Tubes

Blocked fallopian tubes may not cause any symptoms in some cases. However, if a blockage is severe or causes complications, it may lead to the following problems👇 🌸 Irregular menstrual cycles 🌸 Severe pelvic pain 🌸 Pain during intercourse 🌸 Infertility or difficulty getting pregnant 🌸 Ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus) It’s important to […]

Vit D vs UFE

When it comes to treating uterine fibroids, there are different options available. Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive procedure that cuts off blood supply to fibroids, causing them to shrink and disappear. Vitamin D tablets, on the other hand, aren’t a direct treatment for fibroids, but research suggests they may have benefits for […]

FTR BEFORE IVF

FACT FRIDAY: Did you know that if you are experiencing infertility due to blocked fallopian tubes, there may be a better option to consider before In-vitro fertilization (IVF)? Fallopian Tube Recanalization (FTR) is a minimally invasive procedure that has a success rate of up to 90% in removing blockages and improving the chances of conception […]

SPOTLIGHT ON OVE

Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (PCS) is a commonly misdiagnosed condition that that can significantly impact your quality of life. Symptoms include chronic pain,  an irritable bladder or bowel, or even bulging veins around the pelvic area. Ovarian Vein Embolization (OVE) is a minimally invasive procedure performed by an interventional radiologist to block off abnormal and dilated […]

What is FTR?

Fallopian Tube Recanalization (FTR) is a minimally invasive, non-permanent  procedure that  aims to remove blockages and improve your chances of getting pregnant 💫 Blocked fallopian tubes can be the result of scarring from a previous surgery or a build-up of debris within the fallopian tubes from a pelvic infection. FTR is pain-free and involves inserting […]

Happy Mothers Day

Sending love to our past patient miracle-moms, and all of the matriarchs out there today  💕 Happy Mothers Day!