Common Symptoms of Fibroids

In severe cases, Uterine fibroids can lead to life-altering symptoms. Some of the most frequent include 👇🏾

☑️Discomfort and bloating 

☑️Painful periods 

☑️Painful sexual intercourse 

☑️Heavy periods 

☑️Frequent back pain 

☑️Constipation 

If these symptoms sound familiar, we recommend seeking a formal diagnosis. Fibroids are highly treatable, and there is now a minimally invasive procedure called Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE) available, covered by most medical aids in Zimbabwe. If you have been diagnosed with fibroids and would like to learn more about UFE, please send us a message online or visit our website

How does a Cardiac Study work?

Cardiac Studies encompass all the imaging procedures we use to evaluate the health of your heart. Your doctor might order these tests to look for early signs of a heart condition, or to assess the impact of recent heart trouble. Cardiac Studies can determine the cause of chest pain, or even examine heart structure and valve function. We offer a variety of cardiac imaging services at MIC, including 👇🏾

☑️ Cardiac Coronary Artery Calcification Score

☑️ Cardiac CT Coronary Angiography

☑️ Echocardiogram

These procedures help identify warning signs and provide comprehensive insights to formulate a treatment plan. If you would like to enquire further, please visit our website for more

Does UFE treat all fibroid sizes?

Fibroids can vary greatly in size; from as small as a pea to as large as a grapefruit. While smaller fibroids are usually asymptomatic, larger fibroids can lead to debilitating symptoms that significantly affect quality of life. Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE) is a minimally invasive treatment that works for any size fibroid. UFE is conducted via a tiny incision in the wrist, where a microcatheter is guided to the blood vessels supplying the fibroids. Tiny particles are injected to block blood flow, and by starving them of blood supply, the targeted fibroids begin to shrink and disappear. If you think UFE might be the solution for you, please visit our website for more information.

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Why Choose PAE?

Introducing Prostate Artery Embolisation (PAE) at The MIC Radiology Group. This nonsurgical, minimally invasive procedure is designed for men experiencing urinary tract symptoms due to an enlarged prostate. PAE is performed via a catheter that is inserted through the groin or wrist. Using X-ray imaging, the catheter is carefully guided into the arteries leading to the prostate. Tiny beads are then delivered through the catheter into these arteries, blocking the blood flow to the prostate and causing it to shrink. If you have been diagnosed and want to learn more about PAE, please visit our website

Screen Your Bone Health

A bone density or DEXA scan is more effective than regular X-rays at detecting low bone density and assessing your risk for osteoporosis. Osteoporosis can affect anyone but is particularly common in postmenopausal women due to decreased estrogen levels. This quick and painless procedure helps identify those at risk of decreased bone health. During the scan, special detectors measure how much radiation passes through your bones, and is used to compare your bone density with that of a young healthy adult or someone of your age, gender and ethnicity. If you would like to learn more about DEXA, please visit our website 

Introducing Fallopian Tube Recanalisation

Fallopian Tube Recanalisation (FTR) is a non-surgical procedure that clears blockages to enhance the likelihood of conception. FTR is performed in 4 steps 👇🏾

1️⃣ An intravenous drip is placed, and short-acting medication is administered for sedation. 

2️⃣ A speculum is inserted into the vagina, followed by a catheter through the cervix into the uterus. 

3️⃣ A liquid dye, known as contrast, is injected through the catheter to fill and examine the uterine cavity and fallopian tubes. 

4️⃣ If a blockage is detected in a fallopian tube, a small, soft microwire is threaded through the tube to clear the obstruction.

If you would like to learn more about FTR, please visit our website 

FAQ: Are fibroids a type of cancer?

The simple answer is no ❌ Fibroids are benign (non-cancerous) growths made up of muscle tissue that develop in the uterus. While most fibroids don’t require treatment, larger ones can significantly impact quality of life by causing heavy menstrual bleeding, pain, and reproductive issues. At the MIC Radiology Group, we offer a procedure called Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE), to effectively treat fibroids without the need for invasive surgery. If you would like to learn more about UFE, please visit our website for more details. 

Spotlight on Women’s Imaging

At MIC, we provide comprehensive medical imaging tailored to women’s health. Our key services include 👇🏾

⭐ Breast Imaging: 3D Mammography (Tomosynthesis) detects breast cancer at very early stages, sometimes two years before any noticeable symptoms.

⭐ Bone Densitometry (DEXA): Bone density scans diagnose or assess your risk of osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and increases fracture risk.

⭐ Gynaecological Imaging: Ultrasound studies include transabdominal pelvic ultrasound, transvaginal ultrasound, pelvic floor ultrasound for urinary incontinence and prolapse, and deep endometriosis ultrasound.

⭐ HSG: Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is an imaging study of the uterus and fallopian tubes to evaluate potential causes of infertility.

If you would like to learn more about women’s imaging, please visit our website 

3D mammograms VS regular mammograms

3D Mammograms, also known as Tomosynthesis, provide enhanced imaging of breast tissue, and can significantly improve the early detection of cancer — even before symptoms are present. Pioneers in this field, the MIC Radiology Group was proudly the first to install a 3D mammography machine in the country. And with Mammograms covered by most medical aids, there has never been a better time to speak to us about proactive breast imaging. Visit our website for more.