The fibroid pseudocapsule is composed of a rich neurovascular network in neurofibers similar to the neurovascular bundle surrounding the prostate. In the larger fibroids, after being withdrawn completely from the […]
In 2005, we developed an Hysteroscopic myoma classification, the “STEPW or Lasmar”Classification. Our purpose was to develop a new preoperative classification of submucous myomas for evaluating the viability and the […]
Uterine fibroids are considered the most common benign uterine tumor of the female genital tract. It is estimated that fibroids are present in 30% of women at age 35 and […]
In recent years we are witnessing the emergence of different devices and surgical techniques for in office hysteroscopic treatment of submucosal fibroid. In many cases the procedure can be performed […]
Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) represents the most common indication for hysteroscopic myomectomy. In fact, submucosal myomas are associated with abnormal uterine bleeding more than intramural and subserosal fibroids, presumably due […]
The fluid intra-vasation syndrome, also known as Fluid Overload Syndrome, Intravascular Absorption Syndrome of Surgical Hysteroscopy (IAsSH) or Tur(p) Syndrome, is a terrible complication of resectoscopic surgery, which manifests itself […]
Fibroids or myomas are benign, monoclonal tumors of the uterus, mostly composed of smooth muscle cells and extracellular matrix. They are the most common solid tumor of the female pelvis. […]
