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Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Grand Central Publishing (April 01 2003) Costumer Rating:  Read an Excerpt Chapter 1: Fibroids Chapter 1: Fibroids Book Description Fibroid tumors are the leading reason why more than 500,000 American women have hysterectomies each year. Fibroids are benign tumors that arise from the smooth muscle layer of the uterus. As They grow larger, they can put pressure on neighboring organs and tissues, causing pain, bleeding, and fertility problems in many women. Unfortunately, many women are not informed of their full treatment options by their physicians. At last, leading experts in the field explain preventive strategies and treatment choices. This book takes readers step-by-step, detailing what every woman needs to know and describing up-to-date medical treatment options, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each. About the Author
Dr. Scott C. Goodwin is a Professor of Radiological Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is the U.S. pioneer of the procedure known as Uterine Fibroid Embolization.. » More by Scott C. Goodwin, M.D.
Michael Broder is Assistant Professor of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and a consultant to the RAND Corporation. His work has been published in the L.A. Times, Health, Prevention, Parenting, and Family Circle, as well as in scientific publications, including J.A.M.A.. » More by Michael S. Broder, M.D., M.S.H.S. David Drum David Drum, is the co-author of What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibroids.. » More by David Drum | |||||||
Scott C. Goodwin, M.D.
Michael S. Broder, M.D., M.S.H.S.