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To detect possible changes in main blood vessels within leiomyomas after uterine artery ligation using color Doppler sonography. Method: Blood flow in main leiomyoma blood vessels was measured before and after the procedure in 14 women who also had abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain or pressure, and/or anemia. Results: Of the 14 patients, 13 reported complete disappearance of preoperative pain or pressure and 1 reported significant relief. Within 1 week to 4 months after uterine artery ligation, major blood flow within leiomyomas had significantly decreased in all patients. Eight months after the procedure, 1 of the women became pregnant. Conclusion: Laparoscopic uterine artery ligation via a lateral retroperitoneal technique is a safe and effective treatment for leiomyomas. Color Doppler sonography verified the ability of the procedure to diminish blood flow within leiomyomas in all patients.
To detect possible changes in main blood vessels within leiomyomas after uterine artery ligation using color Doppler sonography. Method: Blood flow in main leiomyoma blood vessels was measured before and after the procedure in 14 women who also had abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain or pressure, Results: Of the 14 patients, 13 reported complete disappearance of preoperative pain or pressure and 1 reported significant relief. Within 1 week to 4 months after uterine artery ligation, major blood flow within leiomyomas had significantly decreased in all patients. Eight months after the procedure, 1 of the women became pregnant. Conclusion: Laparoscopic uterine artery ligation via a lateral retroperitoneal technique is a safe and effective treatment for leiomyomas. Color Doppler sonography verified the ability of the procedure to diminish blood flow within leiomyomas in all patients.