Acessa

Acessa is an outpatient procedure and ideal for women who want a preserve their uterus and have a quick recovery. Most women go home the same day as the procedure and return to work in less than 5 days. Women will begin to feel relief from their uncomfortable symptoms within the first few months after the procedure.

Until recently, there were only a few ways to treat symptomatic uterine fibroids, including hysterectomy, surgery to remove the uterus, or myomectomy, which is surgery to remove the fibroids. While these procedures are effective treatments for uterine fibroids, they require a longer recovery time and carry more risk than Acessa.

If you have symptomatic fibroids or any of the associated symptoms, talk with your primary care provider about options for relief. They can help you work through your menstrual health concerns.

What causes uterine fibroid tumors?

The cause of uterine fibroids is unknown, but doctors believe hormones likely play a role. Age, family history and eating habits can increase a woman’s risk. African-American women and those with a high BMI [calculator] are also more susceptible. 

A heavy, painful menstrual cycle can be a symptom of uterine fibroids. These are common, non-cancerous tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus. They most often occur in women aged 30-50.

What are the symptoms of uterine fibroids?
Not all women with fibroids have symptoms, but some will experience:
●    Heavy bleeding
●    Pelvic pain
●    Bleeding between periods
●    Frequent urination
●    Discomfort during sex
●    Rectal pressure
●    Low back pain
●    Constipation
●    Bloating or fullness in your abdomen
●    Reproductive concerns
●    Pregnancy complications

Learn more about the Acessa Laparoscopic Fibroid Ablation.

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