Evaluating the performance of FMRA for Uterine Fibroid Mapping

Uterine fibroids(leiomyomas) are common benign tumors, with a higher prevalence in the reproductive age group of women, although some women may develop fibroids at a younger age. They can cause abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pressure, bowel dysfunction, frequent urination and urgency, urinary retention, low back pain, constipation, and dyspareunia.

2D ultrasound images are used to diagnose fibroids routinely, however, identifying the exact location and volume of the fibroid with ultrasound images is often a challenge. This has been effectively addressed by the planning system named FMRA developed by Nesa MedTech Pvt.Ltd. FMRA post-processes 2D ultrasound images to a 3D rendered uterus model. Also, in the past FMRA has demonstrated strong positive correlation and excellent agreement with MRI in mapping of uterine fibroids, with minimal absolute variations.

Thus, the current study targets to assess any real-world challenges in using FMRA software for mapping fibroids and also how the 3D-model can help improve informed-decision making.