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Author: Dr. D. M. A. K. Dissanayake
Journal: Sri Lanka Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Volume: 43 | Issue: 3
Published: November 25, 2021
Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors affecting women and are a major cause of gynecological morbidity worldwide. In Sri Lanka and other South Asian countries, the burden of uterine fibroids is particularly high, with reported prevalence rates ranging from 22% to 46%.
Fibroids significantly impact women’s quality of life, leading to symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and reproductive dysfunction. Within the Sri Lankan public healthcare system, uterine fibroids represent a frequent reason for gynecological consultation and surgical intervention.
While hysterectomy remains a definitive treatment, myomectomy is the preferred option for women who wish to preserve fertility and retain their uterus, which is culturally and socially important in countries like Sri Lanka.
