There are many options to treat uterine fibroids. Every 1 in 5 women believe that getting a hysterectomy is the only treatment available. Surgery may not be necessary for most women. One common treatment is Uterine Fibroid Embolization, known as UFE.
Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)
UFE is a minimally invasive IR procedure used to treat uterine fibroids. It is performed by creating a tiny incision in the skin (typically near the groin) and with real-time imaging, a catheter is guided into the uterine arteries. Tiny particles are then released to block the blood flow that supplies oxygen to the fibroids, which will cause them to shrink or disappear.