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    • Gynecology
    • Reproductive Medicine
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Uterine myomas (fibroids) are the most frequent benign uterine tumors in women of reproductive age, affecting 20-25% globally.
    • Symptoms like heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and reproductive dysfunction significantly impact women's health and quality of life.
    • Current medical treatments cannot completely eliminate fibroids, necessitating effective management strategies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the efficacy and safety of ulipristal acetate (UPA) as a preoperative treatment for uterine fibroids.
    • To compare UPA with existing treatments, such as gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists.
    • To assess the role of UPA in improving patient outcomes and reducing the need for adjuvant surgery.

    Main Methods:

    • Systematic review of clinical trials and observational studies on UPA for uterine fibroid treatment.
    • Analysis of data on fibroid volume reduction, symptom control, and surgical outcomes.
    • Comparison of efficacy and safety profiles between UPA and other medical therapies.

    Main Results:

    • Ulipristal acetate (UPA) has demonstrated significant efficacy in reducing uterine fibroid volume and controlling heavy menstrual bleeding.
    • UPA offers an alternative to gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists for preoperative fibroid management.
    • Approximately one-third of patients treated with UPA may still require adjuvant surgical intervention.

    Conclusions:

    • Ulipristal acetate (UPA) is an approved and effective medical treatment for uterine fibroids in Europe since 2012.
    • UPA provides a valuable option for preoperative management, improving symptoms and potentially reducing surgical extent.
    • Further research may explore long-term outcomes and optimal patient selection for UPA therapy.