What does this research mean for the field?

Both ultrasound guided microwave ablation (MWA) and uterine artery embolization (UAE) significantly decrease symptoms related to adenomyosis in patients. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.SUPPORTS_CONSENSUS.

What question did this study set out to answer?

The study aims to compare the effects of microwave ablation and uterine artery embolization on symptoms of adenomyosis.

March 12, 2026Open Access

Symptom improvement in adenomyosis patients after ultrasound guided microwave ablation or uterine artery embolization, A randomized controlled pilot study

Key Points

The study aims to compare the effects of microwave ablation and uterine artery embolization on symptoms of adenomyosis.
Randomized controlled pilot trial design
Two treatment groups: microwave ablation and uterine artery embolization
Symptom assessment before and after treatment
Both treatments significantly reduced adenomyosis symptoms
Postoperative recovery was better with microwave ablation compared to uterine artery embolization

Abstract

In this small pilot trial, we had low power to detect differences between groups. Both treatments resulted in a significant decrease of symptoms related to adenomyosis. Postoperative recovery seems superior after MWA, in line with previous trials. Further investigations regarding MWA for adenomyosis are needed.

Symptom improvement in adenomyosis patients after ultrasound guided microwave ablation or uterine artery embolization, A randomized controlled pilot study

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