Archives par tags: FibroidsSouthAfrica

Hysterectomy vs UFE

One life-altering, the other life-enhancing – here’s how a hysterectomy and UFE treatment differ 👀 If you’ve been diagnosed with fibroids and would like to learn more about permanent, non-invasive UFE treatment, please visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or send us a message online 🌸

How are blocked fallopian tubes diagnosed?

If your doctor suspects your fallopian tubes are blocked, they may suggest a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) examination. During this test, a special ‘dye’ called contrast is injected into the uterus by a small catheter through the cervix. An X-ray outlining the uterus is then taken to confirm if there are any blockages. If the injected dye […]

Review

Thank you for this wonderful update Trudy! It was our pleasure to be of service 🌼 If you’ve been diagnosed with fibroids and would like to learn more about permanent, non-invasive UFE treatment, please visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or send us a message online 💐

What city should our doctors visit next?

It’s a new season and we’ve got spring in our step! 🌸 Which city would you like to see the Microsurgery fly to next? 👀 Let us know in the comments below👇

What we do

Specialising in non-invasive, image-guided procedures is the cornerstone of what we do 🩺 Speak to The Microsurgery about any of the following procedures:   🌸 Fallopian Tube Recanalization (FTR) 🌸 Uterine Artery Embolisation (UAE) 🌸 Uterine Fibroids Embolisation (UFE) 🌸 Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) 🌸 Gastrointestinal Bleeding 🌸 Specialized liver cancer treatments

Patient Review

We just love a happy ending 💛✨ If you’ve been diagnosed and would like to undergo permanent UFE treatment for fibroids, please visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or drop us a message online.

A FTR explained

A Fallopian Tube Recanalization (FTR) is a non-surgical procedure to clear blockages in the fallopian tubes; sometimes linked to infertility. These blockages can be a buildup of debris from pelvic infection, or scarring from previous abdominal surgery. As we are the only practice in South Africa currently offering this non-surgical procedure, please visit our website […]

Medical Aid Cover

Viva! Uterine Fibroid Embolisation is now fully covered by almost all South African medical aids 🌸 After the 3rd consecutive month of joining and disclosing your diagnosis; access to UFE treatment can be unlocked 🙌✨ Visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or send us a message for more 💐

Fallopian Tube Recanalisation: How it’s done

Here are the steps we take to clear blockages in the fallopian tubes, via a Fallopian Tube Recanalization (FTR): 👉 At the start, patients will receive an intravenous drip and short-acting medication to assist with mild discomfort and for sedation. 👉 A speculum is then placed in the vagina and a small catheter is inserted […]

What are the symptoms of blocked fallopian tubes?

Many women don’t realise they have blocked fallopian tubes until they are struggling to conceive.  The symptoms involved are few, however in some cases, blocked fallopian tubes can lead to mild, regular period pain on the side(s) of the abdomen which host the blockage.  Luckily, with a Fallopian Tube Recanalisation (FTR) procedure, we are able […]