Uterine artery embolization: A review of current concepts. [Review]

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Citation: Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology. , 2017 Sep 29PMID: 29128204Institution: MedStar Washington Hospital CenterDepartment: RadiologyForm of publication: Journal ArticleMedline article type(s): Journal Article | ReviewYear: 2017ISSN:
  • 1521-6934
Name of journal: Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecologyAbstract: Uterine artery embolization (UAE) has gained traction as a safe and effective treatment modality for symptomatic uterine leiomyomata since its introduction nearly two decades ago. This review includes an overview of current concepts with regard to patient selection, technique, and outcomes following UAE. Specific topics also include the impact of this procedure on fertility and pregnancy, the emerging role of UAE in the treatment of adenomyosis, and how UAE compares with surgical intervention for the treatment of symptomatic leiomyomata. Copyright (c) 2017. Published by Elsevier Ltd.All authors: Caridi TM, Keung JJ, Spies JBFiscal year: FY2018Digital Object Identifier: Date added to catalog: 2017-12-05
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Uterine artery embolization (UAE) has gained traction as a safe and effective treatment modality for symptomatic uterine leiomyomata since its introduction nearly two decades ago. This review includes an overview of current concepts with regard to patient selection, technique, and outcomes following UAE. Specific topics also include the impact of this procedure on fertility and pregnancy, the emerging role of UAE in the treatment of adenomyosis, and how UAE compares with surgical intervention for the treatment of symptomatic leiomyomata. Copyright (c) 2017. Published by Elsevier Ltd.

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