NATURAL PREGNANCY AFTER PERCUTANEOUS MICROWAVE ABLATION OF UTERINE FIBROIDS AT THE AGRICULTURE HOSPITAL
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Abstract
Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors of the female genital tract and may cause menorrhagia, pelvic pain, anemia, and impaired fertility. The need for fertility preservation has driven the development of minimally invasive techniques, among which microwave ablation (MWA) is a promising option. We report the case of a 35-year-old woman (PARA 2002) diagnosed with an anterior wall uterine fibroid measuring 40 × 32 × 42 mm, successfully treated with percutaneous MWA under ultrasound guidance without complications. Five months post-procedure, the patient conceived naturally, experienced an uneventful pregnancy, and delivered a healthy female infant weighing 3,100 g via spontaneous vaginal delivery. This outcome is consistent with international studies, suggesting that MWA can provide effective treatment while preserving fertility and ensuring favorable obstetric safety.
Keywords
Uterine fibroid, Microwave ablation, Microwave ablation of uterine fibroid.
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