Relief for Kenyan women with introduction of ‘knifeless’ fibroid surgery

An ultrasound and MRI give conclusive results on the location and size of the fibroids (Photo: Courtesy)

Fibroids are noncancerous, abnormal growths that develop in or on a woman’s uterus during their reproductive years.  Research indicates about 80 percent of women develop fibroids by the time they get to the age of 50.

For a long time, treatment for uterine fibroids has been associated with surgery followed by a long and painful recovery period. This has made many women suffering from the condition dread undergoing the procedures. African women compared to Caucasians are likely to be diagnosed with these tumours.  It is unclear what causes them.