title: Current Role of Uterine Artery Embolization in the Management of Uterine Fibroids.
abstract: Uterine artery embolization (UAE) is a well-established therapy for uterine fibroids, with safety and efficacy demonstrated in several comparative randomized trials. It is a minimally invasive procedure, which allows for rapid recovery and return to normal activities. Most studies demonstrate outcomes similar to those of myomectomy with a reintervention rate of 20% to 30% at 5 years after therapy. While pregnancy is often successful after UAE, limited comparative data suggest that myomectomy may be preferred in those patients who have not had prior fibroid interventions. UAE should be discussed as an option for most women presenting for treatment of fibroids.
authors.affiliation: MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington DC.
authors.forename: James B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Spies
mesh_terms: D000772:Anesthesia, Local; D016292:Procedural Sedation; D019468:Disease Management; D005260:Female; D005298:Fertility; D006801:Humans; D007247:Infertility, Female; D007889:Leiomyoma / Q000628:therapy*; D018579:Patient Selection; D011247:Pregnancy; D018873:Pregnancy Rate; D055357:Uterine Artery Embolization / Q000379:methods*; D014594:Uterine Neoplasms / Q000628:therapy*