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High-intensity focused ultrasound for symptomatic uterine fibroids

Rafael Mendes Moroni, Wellington P. Martins, Marcos de Lorenzo Messina, Rui Alberto Ferriani, Pedro Felipe Magalhães Peregrino, Júlio César Rosa e Silva, Antônio Alberto Nogueira, Luiz Gustavo Oliveira Brito

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Abstract

This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows: To assess whether HIFU is an effective and safe treatment in improving quality of life and controlling symptoms related to uterine fibroids, such as abnormal uterine bleeding and pelvic pain or pressure, while preserving sexual function and fertility, when compared to no treatment or other treatment options.

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This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows: To assess whether HIFU is an effective and safe treatment in improving quality of life and controlling symptoms related to uterine fibroids, such as abnormal uterine bleeding and pelvic pain or pressure, while preserving sexual function and fertility, when compared to no treatment or other treatment options.

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This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows: To assess whether HIFU is an effective and safe treatment in improving quality of life and controlling symptoms related to uterine fibroids, such as abnormal uterine bleeding and pelvic pain or pressure, while preserving sexual function and fertility, when compared to no treatment or other treatment options.

Key concepts: Uterine fibroids, Medicine, High-intensity focused ultrasound, Pelvic pain, Fertility, Leiomyoma, Sexual function, Quality of life (healthcare)

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