Fibroid embolization still faces uncertain verdict

March 8, 2008 Fibroid embolization still faces uncertain verdict Paula Gould ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Uterine artery embolization was put on trial at the ECR. Evidence in favor of this minimally invasive procedure for women with symptomatic fibroids is mounting, but the case against its widespread use remains equally strong. What interventional radiologists must now decide is how to translate this qualified support into clinical practice. More than 150,000 women have undergone UAE since 1995, Dr. Anthony Nicholson told delegates at the special focus session. Most evidence on the efficacy of UAE has only just appeared, however. Before 2005, it would have been impossible to weigh the procedure's validity, but the evidence base is now much more robust and secure, giving interventional radiologists the green light to discuss the therapy with patients, he said.

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