Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a safe, minimally invasive treatment that helps women reclaim their lives without surgery.
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that affect millions of women. While common, they can disrupt daily life by causing:
If these symptoms sound familiar, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to live with them.
Fibroids can interfere with your health, your comfort, and your confidence. Left untreated, they can lead to anemia, chronic fatigue, and difficulty with fertility or pregnancy. The good news? There’s a treatment option that avoids major surgery and helps you get back to feeling like yourself again.
Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive procedure performed by an interventional radiologist. Using advanced imaging, a small catheter is guided into the uterine arteries, where tiny particles are injected to block blood flow to the fibroids. Without their blood supply, fibroids shrink, and symptoms improve.
Why women choose UFE:
Here’s what the process looks like:
| UFE | Hysterectomy/Myomectomy | |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Stay | Outpatient, home same day | Several days inpatient |
| Recovery | About 1 week | 4–6 weeks |
| Uterus Preservation | Yes | No (hysterectomy) |
| Effectiveness | High symptom relief | High, but more invasive |
With UFE, you get the relief you need without the risks and downtime of surgery.
You’ll meet with our team for a consultation, where we’ll answer your questions, review your imaging, and confirm that UFE is right for you.
The procedure typically takes about an hour. You’ll receive light sedation, and no large incisions are needed.
Most women return to normal routines within a week, with symptoms continuing to improve over several months as fibroids shrink.
UFE may be a great option if you:
If you’re unsure, a consultation can help determine whether UFE is the right path forward.
