Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive procedure designed to reduce or eliminate fibroids and improve your quality of life. Here’s how UFE can help you live fibroid-free.
What Is UFE?
UFE is a non-surgical therapy for fibroids. These benign tumors in the uterus may lead to excessive bleeding, pelvic discomfort, and frequent urination.
UFE works by blocking the blood vessels that feed the fibroids, causing them to shrink over time. It helps reduce symptoms and improves your overall health and well-being.
Common and bothersome symptoms of uterine fibroids include:
- Heavy menstrual bleeding, often with clots
- Bleeding or spotting between periods
- Lower back pain
- Increased cramping during menstruation
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Pressure or fullness in the lower abdomen
- Abdominal swelling
- Periods that extend beyond a week
- Pain during intercourse
- Difficulty fully emptying your bladder
Benefits of UFE
The biggest advantage of uterine fibroid embolization is its effectiveness. Research shows that UFE successfully reduces symptoms from uterine fibroids in over 85% of cases.
Here are the key benefits of UFE:
- FDA-approved treatment
- Minimally invasive
- Reduces heavy menstrual bleeding
- Few complications
- No scarring
- Alleviates uterine and menstrual pain
- Quick recovery time
- Preserves the uterus
- No hospital stay needed
- Improves other fibroid-related symptoms
- Safer than traditional surgery
- Your fibroids will reduce in size
- Address multiple fibroids simultaneously
Is UFE Right for You?
If you’re experiencing symptoms of fibroids and are seeking an effective, less invasive treatment, UFE might be the right choice. Consult our team of healthcare professionals to see if UFE is right for your needs and medical history.
Schedule a Uterine Fibroid Embolization Consultation in Virginia
Are you ready to explore how uterine fibroid embolization can help you live fibroid-free?
At Vascular Institute of Virginia, we’re here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you might have.
Contact us today at 703-763-5224 to schedule your consultation and start your journey towards a symptom-free life. We proudly serve the people in Fairfax, Woodbridge, and Fredericksburg.
