Question 1

i recently got a uterine fibroid embolization. what do i do next?

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Depends: If you have no symptoms, i would recommend a pelvic ultrasound in 1 year; if your symptoms have not improved within 3 months, then i would recommend to discuss alternative options with your gynecologist.

Question 2

what are the pros and cons of having a uterine fibroid embolization?

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Pros and Cons: Pros: there is no incision.  Women tend to recover well. There is less time off from work.
Cons:  if trying to get pregnant, it can take months for your fibroids to shrink.  Many radiologists will not do it if you plan to have children because it interferes with blood flow to the uterus.  You still have the fibroids.You do not have a pathology report on the fibroids. Consider robotic myomectomy.

Question 3

what information do i have to bring along to do the uterine fibroid embolization?

Accepted Answer

Probably a referral: To have an arterial embolization, it would be beneficial to the radiologist to have a referral, a history and physical exam by the referring physician, records including a previous MRI or ultrasound, and any information that might help the radiologis, like amount of bleeding, allergies.

Question 4

does uterine fibroid embolization affect fertility?

Accepted Answer

Potentially: The the goal is to minimize blood flow to the fibroids (and uterus), the decrease in blood supply can negatively impact fertility. Or, more specifically, not conception, but implantation and fetal growth.

Question 5

what are the long term side effects of having uterine fibroid embolization?

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UFE: In most cases there are no long term side affects.  Some patients may experience early menopause.

Question 6

hysterectomy side effects compared with uterine fibroid embolization?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Many of the side effects of hysterectomy are related to the type of hysterectomy. An abdominal hyst will generally cause more pain, 2-3 day hospital stay and a 6-8 week recovery. A robotic hyst can often be done as a day surgery & return to work in 1-2 weeks. An embolization usually requires hosp for 1-2 days for pain management. Future pregnancy is not possible w/ hyst & not recommended w/ uae.

Question 7

hysterectomy side effects- is it possible to get uterine fibroid embolization?

Accepted Answer

It's possible: But why? When you ablate or embolize, there is pain and bleeding, and the reason to have a hysterectomy is to avoid both. It is efficient, and the "sound good" embolization means it's still there to bleed another day.

Question 8

anyone had the 'uterine fibroid embolization' procedure done before getting pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: When this procedure was first adopted, the recommendations were not to concieve.  The reasons, concern for adequate blood flow to the uterus to support the placenta and therefore the baby and possible weakness of uterine wall and uterine rupture in labor. There have been pregnancies after embolization even though the above concerns still exist and close followup advised.  More misscarriages poss.

Question 9

is the uterine fibroid embolization treatment available for the uninsured or low income?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Ufe is routinely covered by medicare and medicaid. Most hospitals have a charity policy to help treat those with little or no means to pay.

Question 10

how effective and painful is a uterine embolization of the fibroids?

Accepted Answer

Very effective : Uterine artery embolization (uae) is a very effective, non-surgical, outpatient procedure to treat symptoms from fibroids. Typical recovery 4-5 days (out of work 1week). A small percentage of patients have a rough go with pain, most find it manageable with oral meds. Most important to find an experienced ir with uae and one that has a specific pain regimen in place.

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