The Benefits of Micro-Invasive Procedures

THE PROCEDURE

Step 1

A thin tube (catheter) is placed in the radial artery of the wrist which is advanced into the blood vessels that supply the uterus.

Step 2

Tiny particles are then infused into the blood vessels supplying the fibroids.

Step 3

The fibroids, now starved of their nutrient supply shrink. Periods improve immediately. The procedure is tailored to the individual patient.

Why choose the Microsurgery treatment for fibroids?

Hypogastric Nerve Block Numbing medication is injected around the nerves behind the uterus. Targeting the nerves that carry pain signals from the pelvis provides significant pain relief and improves comfort after the procedure.

The Microsurgery has served over 2000 women. We have the most experience in this procedure in the Southern Hemisphere.

Recovery time is usually one week, but can be up to two weeks. Imagine a life without fibroids!

Part of a network of excellent Gynaecology and Fertility Specialists

The procedure is performed through a drip, or catheter, in the wrist instead of the main artery in the leg. This is safer and much more comfortable for patients with fewer complications and easier mobility following the procedure.

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Highly knowledgeable and efficient administrative staff.

Leading community awareness about fibroids’ impact on women with a free educational programme:
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What our patients say

Frequently asked questions

Blood supply to the ovaries can be reduced by a UAE and some women do have a transient reduction in hormone levels. However, in the vast majority of women, ovarian function returns to normal. Women over 45 years of age can have ovarian dysfunction after UAE or menopause. The risk of early menopause after UAE is the same as any surgical procedure for fibroids including myomectomy or hysterectomy. There is no greater risk of ovarian dysfunction after UFE as compared with myomectomy or hysterectomy.

Yes. Many women have delivered healthy babies after embolisation, many of whom were told that they would never be able to conceive. Each woman who wishes to conceive is evaluated individually by our experienced team of gynaecologists and fertility specialists who advise our patients whether UFE or myomectomy are the better option in their opinion.

MRI is an extremely useful microinvasive imaging test for fibroids. It provides the best quality images of the uterus, ovaries, and other soft tissue structures in the pelvis, allowing the radiologist to plan the UAE procedure and address any co-existing conditions.

The Fibroid Treatment Clinic requires all women considering UFE to have the full benefit of an unbiased opinion. The gynaecologist that we refer you to will assess your suitability for UAE and advise you if another treatment or indeed no treatment is necessary. They run independent practices and will always act and advise in your best interest. All the specialists on our panel are extremely experienced in the assessment of fibroids and the post-operative care of women who have had an embolisation.