How safe is the Acessa™ Procedure? In three separate clinical studies, the complication rates associated with the Acessa System were consistently less than 4%. Your doctor can explain the potential complications of all available fibroid therapies. How do Acessa patients feel about the procedure? Over 90% of patients receiving the therapy were satisfied with the… Read More »

Uterine fibroids are growths within the uterus that can result in pain and discomfort. Fibroids are also called leiomyomas and are made are made up of muscle and connective tissue. They may range in size from being microscopic to being larger than a grapefruit. One important fact about fibroids is that they are almost always… Read More »

Click through to find resources and other reputable websites specifically developed for women who have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids or other diseases of the female reproductive system. We know that every woman is unique, and the information and perspectives provided on these websites are often times that of the patient. They may provide you… Read More »

Uterine fibroids are a common problem, affecting about 2/3 of all women over 30. Referred to as fibroid tumors or simply fibroids, they are growths of tissue that develop on or within the walls of the uterus. Uterine fibroids are typically benign, or non-cancerous, and range from tiny growths that are too small to be… Read More »