Arterial embolisation of uterine fibroids.
Interventional radiology has advanced rapidly in recent years as new technology has become available, and now offers viable alternatives to some surgical techniques. An example of this evolution is arterial embolisation of uterine fibroids. This article will explore some of the nursing issues associated with this procedure.
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Department of Radiology, Kent and Canterbury Hospital.
D001158:Arteries; D016292:Procedural Sedation / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing; D004621:Embolization, Therapeutic / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007889:Leiomyoma / Q000628:therapy*; D016294:Models, Nursing; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D014599:Uterus / Q000098:blood supply