Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE) vs. Hysterectomy
What is Uterine Fibroid Embolisation?
Uterine fibroid embolisation (UFE) is a minimally invasive treatment for uterine fibroids. A doctor uses a small flexible tube (catheter) to inject tiny particles into the uterine arteries, which supply blood to your fibroids. The goal is to block tiny vessels that lead to your fibroids, starve the fibroids and cause them to die. Without their blood supply, the fibroids shrink and painful symptoms are alleviated.
What is a Hysterectomy?
This requires hospitalisation for a few days, a general anaesthetic and the surgical removal of the uterus.
The recovery period for this type of surgery is up to 6 weeks. There is the added fact that the patient has to come to terms with the fact that she has lost her uterus and therefore her childbearing ability has ended. In the younger woman, this can be traumatic.
Key differences between UFE and Hysterectomy
The main difference is that UFE preserves your womb. In many cultures it is not considered acceptable to lose your womb.
Many women too feel that removal of the womb is a very aggressive form of treatment.
Need Information on Fibroids Treatment?
At Fibroid Care, we specialise in uterine fibroid embolisation(UFE), a safe minimally invasive alternative to surgery.
We are available to guide you through the process, answer your questions and help you make an informed decision.
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