Everything You Need To Know About Uterine Fibroid Embolization

 






Before we explain what UFE is and how it works, it’s important to ask the question: “what are uterine fibroids?”


Uterine fibroids are the most common benign (non-cancerous) tumors within the female reproductive system. While the major­ity of uterine fibroids are diagnosed and treated in women between the ages of 35 and 54. 

What Are The Symptoms Of Uterine Fibroids?

Uterine fibroids can cause a number of different symptoms, and the severity of symptoms varies significantly from patient to patient:

 ·        Pelvic pressure/pain
 ·        Pain in the back and legs
 ·        Unusual bleeding
 ·        Prolonged menstrual periods
 ·        Blood clots
 ·        Bladder pressure/frequent urge to urinate


Uterine Fibroid Treatment Options:

Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is an interventional radiology (IR) procedure used to treat uterine fibroids. UFE is a simple, minimally invasive procedure that stops the flow of blood to fibroids. Your interventional radiologist will start by making a small incision in the groin near the femoral artery.

Are There Risks Associated With Uterine Fibroid Embolization?

Since UFE is a minimally invasive procedure, it has a significantly lower rate of reported complications compared to surgery.  

At VidaVascular, we will fully discuss the procedure when you come for your consultation.

 At VidaVascular we specialize in Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), a minimally invasive procedure used to treat uterine fibroids. Compared to surgery, UFE typically has less discomfort and a quicker recovery.
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