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Private Fibroid Specialists · Chelsea, London

Private Fibroid Care
Consultant-led
Chelsea Clinic

From first assessment through to treatment, entirely under one roof. All options available, surgical and non-surgical, with no waiting list.

  • Urgent appointments available, no GP referral needed
  • Consultant-led every step, never a junior doctor
  • Ultrasound scan at the same visit if needed
  • All surgical and non-surgical options available
  • Self pay and all major insurers welcome
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Understanding Fibroids

What Are Uterine Fibroids?

Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. Around one in two women will develop fibroids by the age of 50, though many will never experience symptoms. When fibroids do cause problems, the impact on quality of life can be significant.

Fibroids are oestrogen-dependent, which means they tend to shrink naturally after the menopause. They are more prevalent in women of Afro-Caribbean heritage. Treatment is available for every stage and symptom profile.

Common Fibroid Symptoms

If any of the following are affecting your life, a consultant assessment can give you answers:

  • Heavy, prolonged or painful periods
  • Pelvic pain or pressure
  • Bloating or an enlarged abdomen
  • Frequent urination or constipation
  • Pain during sex
  • Anaemia and persistent fatigue
  • Difficulty conceiving or recurrent miscarriage
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Fibroid Types

The Three Main Types of Fibroid

Where a fibroid grows determines the symptoms it causes and which treatment will work best. Your consultant will identify the type and location at your assessment.

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Inside the uterine cavity

Submucous Fibroids

Grow inwards into the uterine cavity and are the type most likely to cause heavy bleeding and fertility problems.

  • Most common cause of very heavy periods
  • Strongly linked to difficulty conceiving
  • Often treated with hysteroscopic surgery as a day case

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Within the uterine wall

Intramural Fibroids

Grow within the muscular wall of the uterus and are the most common type. Can cause heavy periods, pelvic pain and pressure symptoms.

  • Most frequently diagnosed fibroid type
  • Can enlarge the uterus significantly
  • Treated with laparoscopic myomectomy or UAE

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Outside the uterus

Subserous Fibroids

Grow outwards from the outer surface of the uterus and are more likely to cause pressure on the bladder or bowel.

  • Can grow large before symptoms appear
  • Causes urinary frequency and bloating
  • Managed with laparoscopic or robotic surgery

Your Treatment Options

Every Option, Under One Roof

Not every fibroid needs treatment. When it does, your consultant will recommend the option that fits your symptoms, your plans for the future, and your preference.

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Non-invasive

Watchful Waiting

If fibroids are small and not causing significant symptoms, a monitoring approach is often the right first step. Regular ultrasound checks track any change in size.

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Medical management

Hormonal Treatment

Medications including GnRH analogues and progesterone-based treatments can reduce fibroid size and control heavy bleeding, often used before surgery to improve outcomes.

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Day case, no incisions

Hysteroscopic Myomectomy

For submucous fibroids inside the uterine cavity, this minimally invasive procedure removes fibroids through the cervix with no cuts and a rapid recovery.

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Fertility-preserving surgery

Laparoscopic Myomectomy

Keyhole surgery to remove intramural and subserous fibroids while keeping the uterus intact. The preferred surgical route for women who wish to preserve their fertility.

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Non-surgical

Uterine Artery Embolisation

A radiological procedure that cuts off the blood supply to fibroids, causing them to shrink. An effective, non-surgical alternative to myomectomy for suitable patients.

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For completed families

Endometrial Ablation

Treats the heavy bleeding caused by fibroids by removing the lining of the womb. Suitable for women who do not wish to have further pregnancies.

Your Visit

From First Appointment to Your Care Plan

Most patients go from initial enquiry to a confirmed diagnosis and personalised care plan within a single visit.

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Book Your Appointment

Call, email or complete the form below. Most patients are offered an appointment within 48 hours. No GP letter required.

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Your Consultation

A thorough one-to-one with your consultant gynaecologist, covering your full medical history, symptoms and any concerns.

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Scan and Diagnostics

A diagnostic pelvic ultrasound and any blood tests are often carried out at the same appointment, with results explained immediately.

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Your Care Plan

You leave with a clear, personalised plan. Your consultant will be with you from first appointment through to treatment and follow-up.

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GMC Registered Consultants

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CQC Regulated Clinic

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All Major Insurers Accepted

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274 Fulham Road, Chelsea

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Consultant-Led Scanning

Transparent Pricing

Clear Prices, No Hidden Costs

All prices are per appointment. Your final fee will depend on your clinical needs. All major health insurers are welcomed.

Initial Consultation

A thorough one-to-one assessment of your symptoms and history with a consultant gynaecologist, including a clinical examination.

  • With a GMC-registered consultant
  • Full symptom and history review
  • Clinical examination included
  • Written care plan and next steps
£300

Follow-Up Appointment

To review your results, refine your treatment plan or check in after a procedure with your named consultant.

  • With the same consultant throughout
  • Results review and treatment planning
  • Post-procedure check and monitoring
  • Referral letters and onward care
£260

Your Specialists

Meet Your Fibroids Team

Every appointment is with a named consultant gynaecologist. You will see the same specialist from your first visit through to treatment.

Why Ovara Health

A Different Kind of Fibroid Clinic

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Consultants Only

Every appointment is with a fully qualified consultant gynaecologist. Never a registrar, never a junior doctor.

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Urgent Appointments Available

If you are worried about symptoms, you should not have to wait weeks for answers. Most patients are seen within two working days.

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Everything Under One Roof

Consultation, ultrasound, blood tests and all treatment pathways are available at our Fulham Road clinic. No referrals to different locations.

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The Same Consultant Throughout

Your named consultant sees you from first appointment through to treatment and beyond. Continuity of care as standard.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have fibroids?

The most common signs are heavy or prolonged periods, pelvic pain or pressure, bloating and a frequent need to urinate. Some women also notice pain during sex or difficulty conceiving. Many women with fibroids have no symptoms at all and are only diagnosed at a routine scan. A consultation and pelvic ultrasound at Ovara Health will confirm whether fibroids are present and give you a clear picture of their size and location.

Do fibroids always need treatment?

Many fibroids do not require treatment, particularly if they are small and not causing symptoms that affect your daily life. Your consultant will review your individual situation and only recommend intervention when the clinical evidence supports it. Watchful waiting with regular ultrasound monitoring is a completely valid management path for many women.

Can fibroids affect my ability to get pregnant?

Most women with fibroids conceive naturally and go on to have completely healthy pregnancies without any intervention. Fibroids that grow inside the uterine cavity (submucous fibroids) are most likely to interfere with implantation or early pregnancy. If fertility is a concern, your consultant will assess whether any fibroids are in a position that warrants treatment before you try to conceive.

What is the difference between a myomectomy and a hysterectomy?

A myomectomy removes the fibroids while leaving the uterus in place, and is the preferred surgical option for any woman who wants to preserve her fertility or simply does not want her uterus removed. A hysterectomy removes the uterus entirely and is the only permanent solution, but it is only recommended in specific circumstances. Your consultant will always explore all other options first.

How quickly can I be seen?

Most patients are offered an appointment within 48 hours of getting in touch. No GP referral is needed. You can book directly by phone, email or by completing the form below.

How much does a private fibroid assessment cost?

An initial consultation with a consultant gynaecologist is £300. A consultation combined with a diagnostic pelvic ultrasound scan, which is the most comprehensive first visit option, is £475. Follow-up appointments are £260. All major health insurers are accepted.

Will fibroids come back after treatment?

This depends on the type of treatment. A hysterectomy is the only permanent solution. After a myomectomy or uterine artery embolisation there is a small chance of new fibroids developing over time, as the procedure does not change the underlying hormonal environment that allowed fibroids to grow. Your consultant will advise on the likelihood of recurrence based on your individual situation.

Do I need a GP referral?

No. You can book directly as a self-pay patient without a GP letter or referral. If your insurer requires a referral for pre-authorisation purposes, our team can help you arrange that.

Which health insurers do you accept?

We work with all major UK private health insurers including Bupa, AXA, Aviva, Vitality, WPA and Cigna. Please bring your membership details and any pre-authorisation number when you attend.

Find Us

Our Chelsea Clinic

Address

274 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London SW10 9EW

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday: 8am to 6.30pm
Saturday: 9am to 5pm
Sunday: Closed

Getting Here

Nearest tubes: Fulham Broadway (District) and South Kensington (District, Circle, Piccadilly). Street parking and buses available.

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Ready When You Are

Call us now, or leave your details and our reception team will call you back the same working day to confirm a time.

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