Ob/gyns endorse uterine artery embolization for fibroids

September 5, 2008 Ob/gyns endorse uterine artery embolization for fibroids H. A. Abella -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has recommended uterine artery embolization as an alternative to hysterectomy in the management of leiomyomas, according to a statement published in its latest practice bulletin. The August practice bulletin, "Alternatives to hysterectomy in the management of leiomyomas," cited UAE, also referred to as UFE, among Level A treatment alternatives. Both short- and long-term outcome data support the notion that UAE is a safe and effective therapy for appropriately selected patients who wish to avoid hysterectomy, according to the report.

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