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Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Uterine Fibroid Embolization or (UFE) is a non-surgical, uterus sparing procedure that treats symptomatic fibroids performed by an interventional radiologist.
You may be a candidate for uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), also known as uterine artery embolization (UAE), if you fit into any of the following categories:
- Women who are experiencing the symptoms of uterine fibroids
- Women who do not desire future fertility
- Women who want to retain their uterus, and so are pursuing hysterectomy alternatives
- Women who do not desire surgery
- Women who may be poor surgical candidates; i.e. obesity, bleeding disorders, anemia
- Women who are not pregnant
Once you have determined that you may be a candidate for uternine artery embolization based upon the above criteria, then you will need some physician input to help you decide how to best treat your uterine fibroids.
A consultation with an Interventional Radiologist will educate you on how he or she coordinates your care with an Obstetrical/Gynecologist. The role of the Interventional Radiologist is to be the specialist in this procedure; providing you clinical information regarding how uterine artery embolization works to treat symptomatic fibroids.
The Interventional Radiologist also serves as your immediate post-procedure contact for any questions or concerns.
Your Obstetrical/Gynecologist remains the primary caregiver for your reproductive health. The Obstetrical/Gynecologist also provides the pre-procedure test required before uterine artery embolization. Results of these tests are shared with the Interventional Radiologist.
Working together, your Interventional Radiologist and Obstetrical/Gynecologist provide you the best possible care for your symptomatic uterine fibroids.
To learn more about UFE please call the Interventional Radiology Department at Northwest Community Hospital at 847-618 5890.