Can fibroids be treated while pregnant?

Many patients ask us if fibroids can be treated with a Uterine Fibroid Embolisation while pregnant. And the short answer is, no. As the nature of the procedure is to reduce the blood flow to the uterus; UFE treatment is reserved for after delivery as blood flow to the growing baby is vital 💛 

If you’ve been diagnosed and would like to learn more about UFE, please visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or send us a message online 💐

 

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