Are you struggling with uterine fibroids causing heavy menstrual bleeding? Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), offered by Dr. Amiel Moshfegh, is a minimally invasive procedure that effectively targets and shrinks uterine fibroids. This procedure, commonly performed to alleviate heavy menstrual bleeding, works by cutting off the blood supply to the fibroids, leading to their shrinkage and symptom relief. If you are looking for a nonsurgical solution to manage uterine fibroids, contact a Southern California Vascular Institute location in Bakersfield or Los Angeles, CA today to discuss if UFE is the right option for you.
How Is Uterine Fibroid Embolization Performed?
Dr. Amiel Moshfegh performs uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) using a minimally invasive technique to shrink fibroids and relieve symptoms. Clinical research, including randomized controlled trials published in the New England Journal of Medicine, supports UFE as an effective, uterus-preserving treatment option for appropriately selected patients with symptomatic fibroids.¹˒² The Society of Interventional Radiology also publishes quality guidelines for the procedure.³
What Are the Benefits of UFE?
UFE at Southern California Vascular Institute is ideal for women seeking a nonsurgical alternative to hysterectomy and those experiencing fibroid-related symptoms, like heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, or pressure. This procedure offers several advantages, making it an appealing option for many women:
- Minimally invasive: No large incisions, leading to a lower risk of complications.
- Short recovery time: Most patients resume normal activities within 1 – 2 weeks.
- Preserves the uterus: Unlike hysterectomy, UFE allows women to keep their uterus intact.
- Effective symptom relief: Reduces heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and pressure.
- Lower risk of recurrence: Once fibroids shrink, they are unlikely to regrow.
1. Manyonda I, Belli AM, Lumsden MA, et al. Uterine-artery embolization or myomectomy for uterine fibroids (FEMME). N Engl J Med. 2020;383(5):440-451.
2. Edwards RD, Moss JG, Lumsden MA, et al. Uterine-artery embolization versus surgery for symptomatic uterine fibroids (REST). N Engl J Med. 2007;356(4):360-370.
3. Society of Interventional Radiology. Quality Improvement Guidelines for Uterine Artery Embolization for Symptomatic Leiomyomata. J Vasc Interv Radiol. 2014;25(11):1737-1747. (Listed as current by SIR.)