Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Apr 1994
Comparative StudyThe Maine Women's Health Study: II. Outcomes of nonsurgical management of leiomyomas, abnormal bleeding, and chronic pelvic pain.
To assess the effect of nonsurgical management of leiomyomas, abnormal uterine bleeding, and chronic pelvic pain on symptoms and quality of life. ⋯ Many women with leiomyomas, abnormal bleeding, and chronic pelvic pain report improved symptoms over time with nonsurgical management. Hysterectomy remains an important alternative when conservative treatment fails.