Uterine fibroids: Treatment abroad with focused ultrasound

Learn more about how High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) effectively treats uterine fibroids and how you can plan ahead with online consultations. Find out about recovery times and the duration of your stay in Mexico. We are joined by Dr. Oliver Paul Cruz, a certified gynecologist with over 20 years of experience, based in Mexico City.

A uterine fibroid or fibroma is a benign tumor that originates from uncontrolled growth of the uterine muscle cells and grows within the uterine muscle tissue. Fortunately, most fibroids are benign, but it is suggested to treat them as they can cause discomfort and complications such as heavy bleeding during menstruation, pelvic pain, infertility, or gestational loss, among others.

Most common symptoms of uterine fibroids:

Heavy menstrual bleeding, bleeding between periods, pain, frequent need to urinate, pain during sexual intercourse

Mexico now offers High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU), one of the most advanced and non-invasive treatments for fibroids. This technology generates ultrasonic energy that is targeted to destroy tumor cells. Unlike other techniques such as laparoscopy and open surgery, HIFU can destroy the tumor without the need for abdominal incisions, allowing treatment with conscious sedation and without hospitalization. Another key advantage of High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) is its recovery times, as the patient can return to their daily activities within a week after the session, unlike surgical methods, which have an expected recovery time of 15 to 30 days.

Each treatment option has its advantages, and not everyone is a candidate for the same methods, so it is important to consult certified gynecologists, especially in techniques and technologies such as High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU).

If you are interested in traveling to Mexico for medical tourism and want to find out if you are a candidate for uterine fibroid treatment with High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound, do not hesitate to schedule a virtual consultation with the gynecologist.

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