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Uterine artery embolization (UAE) offers a safe and effective uterine-preserving treatment for symptomatic uterine fibroids (leiomyomas). This minimally invasive therapy is an alternative to hysterectomy, with a focus on new techniques and patient care.

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  • Gynecology
  • Interventional Radiology

Background:

  • Uterine fibroids (leiomyomas) are common benign pelvic neoplasms with high prevalence, particularly in African American women.
  • Symptomatic fibroids affect approximately 50% of women, causing menorrhagia, anemia, bulk symptoms, dysmenorrhea, and infertility.
  • Hysterectomy is the primary treatment, but concerns exist regarding its overuse.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review uterine artery embolization (UAE) as a management option for symptomatic uterine fibroids.
  • To highlight emerging technical approaches and novel periprocedural patient care in UAE.
  • To emphasize UAE as a well-established, uterine-preserving, minimally invasive therapy.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes existing evidence on UAE for uterine fibroids.
  • Focus is placed on safety, efficacy, and evolving procedural techniques.
  • Discussion includes periprocedural patient management strategies.

Main Results:

  • UAE is a proven therapy for symptomatic uterine fibroids with demonstrated safety and efficacy.
  • Low complication rates are associated with UAE procedures.
  • Evidence supports UAE as a viable alternative to hysterectomy.

Conclusions:

  • Uterine artery embolization is a safe and effective minimally invasive treatment for symptomatic uterine fibroids.
  • Emerging technical advancements and improved patient care enhance UAE outcomes.
  • UAE provides a valuable uterine-preserving option, addressing concerns about hysterectomy overuse.