Most common after menopause, calcification usually occurs when a fibroid reaches the final stages of degeneration or cell death. Calcium deposits develop in the remaining fibrous tissue, and in some cases even calcify the entire fibroid turning it into a hard mass. Even though calcified fibroids are at the end of the fibroid life cycle, […]
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Did you know the particles used during the UFE procedure are made of synthetic materials, each about the size of a grain of sand? Injected into the uterine arteries, these microparticles cut off blood supply to the fibroids, causing them to shrink and become inactive 🙌 If you’ve been diagnosed with fibroids and would […]
Hello Spring! The beginning of a brand-new chapter, mainstream access to vaccinations, and a great time to turn the page 🌸🤗 We’re embracing personal growth and renewal in this new season. If you’ve been diagnosed with fibroids and would like to learn more about permanent treatment options, please visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or send us […]
An Interventional Radiologist is a doctor who specialises in image-guided procedures, to treat a variety of medical conditions without the need for major surgery. This is not only a less invasive form of treatment but also results in fewer complications for patients post-procedure 🙌 If would like to learn more about permanent, non-invasive treatment options […]
A sneak peek of Dr Sudwarts in theatre, performing a Fallopian Tube Recanalization 😎 This non-surgical procedure helps to clear blockages in the fallopian tubes; which is sometimes a cause of infertility. Currently, the Microsurgery is the only practice in SA offering this treatment. If you’ve been diagnosed and would like to find out more, […]
Q: Can fibroids be too big to treat? A: Small or large, the UFE procedure is able to treat all fibroids no matter the size 🙏 Most fibroids, especially the very large ones will not disappear when dead but rather shrink substantially resulting in no further problems. Even if the fibroids shrink by a small […]
Welcoming beautiful baby Akudzwe to the Microsurgery family 💕 And a huge congratulations to Irene on the birth of her healthy baby girl, post UFE! Nothing makes us happier than hearing from our lovely past patients 🌸 If you’ve been diagnosed and would like to find out more, please visit our website: www.fibroids.co.za or send […]
Today we celebrate the endless power and resilience of all South African women 🌷💛 Happy #NationalWomensDay!
Today we celebrate the endless power and resilience of all South African women 🌷💛 Happy #NationalWomensDay!
The short answer is no 😊 UFE is a minimally invasive procedure! 🙌 Using the latest techniques, a Uterine Fibroid Embolisation is performed by an interventional radiologist who inserts a thin catheter into the radial artery through a tiny pinhole in the wrist. With no stitches and no scarring, this is safer and more comfortable […]