On short notice, Blyss gives Dr. Stu a request for a deep dive into the common finding of uterine fibroids. Listener questions and common doctor recommendations are addressed. Whether pregnant or not, many women will be confronted with this diagnosis. Symptoms, treatment, outcomes, and options are all discussed in today's episode. The data may surprise you.

Dr. Stu and Blyss delve into the treatment options for fibroids, emphasizing the importance of patient-specific strategies and shared decision-making. They then discuss the potential effects of uterine fibroids on pregnancy outcomes. This includes exploring the theories behind the pain associated with red degeneration and the effects of fibroids on pregnancy outcomes. Finally, they examine the data from recent studies comparing the risk of conditions like postpartum hemorrhage, retained placenta, and uterine rupture in women with fibroids to that of control subjects. Tune in for this comprehensive session on fibroids, pregnancy, and birth choices.

Key highlights:

• Fibroids' Impact on Pregnancy
• Myomectomy and Vaginal Delivery Considerations
• Racial Disparities in Fibroid Treatment
• Treatment Options for Fibroids
• Uterine Fibroids and Pregnancy Outcomes
• Uterine Rupture Risks After Myomectomy

Episode resources:

• Article: Management of Symptomatic Uterine Leiomyomas
• Article: Contemporary Management of Fibroids in Pregnancy
• Article: Trial of labor after myomectomy and uterine rupture: a systematic review

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