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Dr. Arjun Somireddy

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Uterine Fibroid embolisation is a non surgical minimally invasive alternative to treating uterine fibroids. The procedure involves blocking the blood supply to the fibroids in the uterus, thus preventing their growth and causing them to shrink. UFE is effective regardless of the size or the number of fibroids.

What Happens During UFE?

What Happens During UFE?

The procedure begins with a tiny incision in the wrist or groin to gain access to an artery. Using this access small catheters are inserted and guided to the blood supply of the uterus under imaging guidance. Once the blood supply of the fibroid is selectively reached small particles are injected to block the blood vessels and prevent the flow of nutrients to the fibroid.

Over time, the fibroids then become softer and gradually reduces in size. Bulk symptoms and bleeding due to fibroids comes down over the next few weeks.

Benefits of Uterine Fibroid Embolization Procedure

  • UFE is recognized as a safe and effective treatment for fibroids.
  • This process involves a minimally invasive procedure and does not require surgery
  • It leaves no scars.
  • It is usually performed under local anesthesia. Spinal anaesthesia is considered in some patients for better pain management.
  • It is highly effective with a success rate of as high as 90%.
  • It is a daycare process that, in some cases, may include a short hospital stay.
  • Patients who undergo the procedure have a shorter recovery time of 2-6 days. In comparison, the recovery period for patients with hysterectomy may be between 1-2 months. For myomectomy patients, the recovery time may vary from 3 to 4 weeks.
  • The procedure is effective for patients with both a few fibroids or multiple fibroid.
  • It does not include the risk of adhesion formation, blood loss or risks associated with blood transfusion that are associated with surgery.
  • Most recent research is showing similar rates of successful pregnancy as myomectomy.
  • UFE procedure can also be used to treat adenomyosis, a condition with heavy and painful menstrual cycles which would require hysterectomy (when medical therapy fails to help) otherwise

FAQ

Radiation with latest cath labs has drastically reduced. Using adequate preoperative planning and latest imaging softwares intraporcedurally the amount of radiations is kept well below accepted safety levels.

Complications - Complications related to arterial access including bleeding in the groin which is rare and can be effectively treated with compression.

Side effects - Cessation of periods in women nearing menopause.

Consult Dr.Arjun Somireddy for Effective UFE Treatment

To get the best results from the procedure, you must consult an interventional radiologist who has the expertise and experience to provide you with the highest standards of service. For more information about the Uterine Fibroid Embolization procedure, contact Dr. Arjun Somireddy, a leading interventional radiologist from Telangana. Having worked with premier hospitals in Hyderabad, Dr. Somireddy has gained extensive expertise in the successful treatment of uterine fibroids.

Give a call at +91-8074901386 to schedule an appointment today!

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