This is extremely rare. However, we are constantly trying to educate our gynecologist colleagues and teach them more about this procedure so that they can offer it to their patients. This procedure is increasing in popularity, several sites around the country perform this. Complications from the procedure are extremely rare. In addition, after menopause, the fibroid tumors and the symptoms they create will decrease.
Fibroids generally shrink after menopause.
Some women who are post-menopausal may have symptoms from their fibroid tumors, especially if they are on hormone replacement therapy. It should be discussed with your gynecologist or your primary care physician. If fibroid tumors are still growing, then you are probably a good candidate for the procedure. I am 34 and am in good health. I recently started having very heavy periods.