[ROLE OF UTERINE ARTERY EMBOLIZATION IN ORGAN-PRESERVING TREATMENT OF ADENOMYOSIS (REVIEW)]

Area of Science:

• Gynecology
• Minimally Invasive Procedures
• Vascular Interventions

Background:

• Adenomyosis significantly impacts women's quality of life and fertility, presenting a persistent challenge in gynecology.
• Improved diagnostic imaging enables earlier detection of adenomyosis, particularly in younger women.
• There is a critical need for conservative treatment options that preserve fertility in women with adenomyosis.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review current trends in minimally invasive treatments for adenomyosis.
• To evaluate the efficacy and safety of uterine artery embolization (UAE) for adenomyosis treatment.
• To assess the role of UAE in managing adenomyosis and its associated symptoms.

Main Methods:

• Systematic review of existing literature on adenomyosis treatment.
• Analysis of studies focusing on uterine artery embolization (UAE) for adenomyosis.
• Evaluation of reported outcomes, including symptom improvement and fertility preservation.

Main Results:

• Uterine artery embolization (UAE) is increasingly utilized for adenomyosis, showing promising short- and long-term effectiveness.
• UAE demonstrates a favorable safety profile with minimal reported side effects.
• The procedure is effective in alleviating symptoms associated with adenomyosis.

Conclusions:

• Uterine artery embolization (UAE) represents a viable minimally invasive option for adenomyosis treatment.
• UAE shows potential for both symptom management and fertility preservation in affected women.
• Further comprehensive studies are warranted to solidify the role of UAE in the standard management of adenomyosis.