DSH2 First In Southeast Asia To Introduce Supine HIFU For Non-invasive Fibroid Treatment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 (DSH2), part of KPJ Healthcare Berhad’s (KPJ Healthcare) network of hospitals, marks another milestone for the KPJ Health System with the introduction of Supine High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU), setting a new benchmark as the first hospital in Southeast Asia to offer this non-invasive treatment for uterine fibroids.

KPJ Healthcare, in a statement today, said HIFU is a non-invasive treatment that uses focused ultrasound energy to target fibroid tissue without the need for incisions or removal of the uterus.

“While HIFU offers a non-invasive treatment option, careful patient selection remains important. It is generally most suitable for patients with moderately sized fibroids that are limited in number and located away from sensitive surrounding structures.

“For more complex cases, alternative uterus-preserving procedures such as laparoscopic or hysteroscopic myomectomy may be considered,” the statement read.

Uterine fibroids are a common condition that can affect women’s quality of life, and traditional treatment approaches may involve surgery, including myomectomy or hysterectomy, which can require longer recovery periods.

Conventional HIFU procedures are typically carried out with patients in a prone (face-down) position for extended periods, but the supine approach allows treatment to be performed in a face-up position, offering a more natural position that may reduce discomfort during longer procedures.

The introduction of Supine HIFU at DSH2 reflects the hospital’s continued focus on advancing women’s health services through the appropriate use of technology and specialist care, in line with the broader direction of the KPJ Health System.

This direction is further reflected in its recent recognition as Specialty Hospital of the Year (Women’s) – Malaysia at the Healthcare Asia Awards 2026.

Commenting on this development, Chin Keat Chyuan, President and Managing Director of KPJ Healthcare, said the introduction of Supine HIFU at DSH2 reflects how they are strengthening women’s health services through targeted innovation that improves how care is delivered.

“A milestone for KPJ Health System, it reinforces our commitment to advancing care delivery through less invasive treatment options that preserve clinical outcomes and enhance patient experience.

“This development demonstrates how we are applying technology in a practical and responsible manner, guided by our purpose of Care for Life,” he said.

At DSH2, the procedure is performed by Consultant Obstetricians and Gynaecologists Dr Liew Yen Eit and Dr Haliza Kamarudin, supporting the hospital’s broader women’s health services.

For more information, visit https://kpjhealth.com.my/damansara2/ or contact 03-7717 3000.

-- BERNAMA