Rate how important each of the following is to you. Your answers help us weight the options that best fit your priorities.
Avoiding general anesthesia and being put to sleep
UAE uses sedation only — no intubation, no general anesthesia required.
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Going home the same day
UAE and transcervical ablation (Sonata) are typically same-day procedures. Myomectomy and hysterectomy usually require a hospital stay.
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Never needing another procedure again
Hysterectomy eliminates the possibility of fibroid recurrence. UAE and myomectomy have a small chance of needing retreatment over time.
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Getting back to daily activities as quickly as possible
UAE recovery is typically about 1 week. Myomectomy and hysterectomy typically require 2–6 weeks.
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Being able to lift heavy things (children, groceries) as soon as possible
UAE allows light activity within days and lifting within about 2 days. Myomectomy and hysterectomy restrict lifting for 2–6 weeks.
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