Myth! Invasive surgery is not your only option 🙌 Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE) is a non-invasive treatment that is performed by a radiologist. Tiny particles are injected into the fibroids, cutting off their blood supply and prompting them to shrink 🌷If you’ve been diagnosed and would like to learn more about UFE, please visit […]
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At The Microsurgery, we specialise in image-guided, non-invasive procedures 💛 Speak to us about any of the following procedures 👇 🌸Geniculate Artery Embolization (GAE) 🌸Ovarian Vein Embolisation (OVE) 🌸Uterine Fibroids Embolization (UFE) 🌸Transcatherter Arterial Chemoembolization (TACE) 🌸Fallopian Tube Recanalization (FTR) If you you would like to learn more about a specific treatment, please visit our […]
Performed through a small catheter inserted through the cervix and into the uterus, a Fallopian Tube Recanalisation (FTR) is an effective, safe and pain-free procedure to clear blockages in the fallopian tubes – often a cause for infertility. If you’ve been recently diagnosed with and would like to learn more, please send us a message […]
We’ve compiled a list of frequent common culprits, leading to a blockage of the fallopian tubes. 📎 A buildup of debris from pelvic infection 📎 Scarring from previous abdominal surgery 📎 Certain STDs 📎 Previous ectopic pregnancy 📎 Endometriosis 📎 Hydrosalpinx Fortunately, non-surgical treatment is available in the form of Fallopian Tube Recanalization. FTR is […]
Q: I have these symptoms, does that mean I have fibroids? A: Possibly! While these mentioned symptoms are often a sign that you may be suffering from uterine fibroids, it’s very important to still make an appointment with your Gynae for a proper diagnosis. If they confirm that you do have fibroids, please feel free […]
If you’ve been in contact with us, you’ve likely chatted with the wonderful Yolo. Responsible for assisting our patients with their preoperative process, Yolo is dedicated to patient care and a valuable member of the Microsurgery team. If you’ve been diagnosed with fibroids and would like to learn more about permanent, non-invasive UFE treatment, please […]
Reclaim your future with permanent, non-invasive treatment. If you’ve recently been diagnosed by your Gynae and would like to learn more about Uterine Fibroid Embolisation, please send us a message online.
In short, it’s highly effective! With a success rate of over 90%, a Fallopian Tube Recanalisation is the best treatment option to help clear blockages in the fallopian tubes. Currently the only practice in South Africa offering this non-surgical procedure, send us a message if you would like to learn more.
As a result of heavy bleeding, uterine fibroids can often cause many women to suffer from anemia or iron deficiency. Helping to replenish your red blood cells for a happy and healthier you; try to incorporate the below iron-rich foods into your everyday diet 👇 ✔️Lean meat, fish or poultry ✔️Legumes (beans, chickpeas, peas, lentils) […]
While doctors can’t pinpoint the exact root cause, the below factors may affect a woman’s risk for developing fibroids👇🏽 🌸Age (most common in women of 30 – 40 years old) 🌸Family history of fibroids 🌸Race (being of African descent) 🌸A diet high in red meat 🌸Vitamin D deficiency 🌸Obesity 🌸No history of pregnancy 🌸Early onset […]