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June 18, 2019  
EDUCATION CENTER: Uterine Procedures
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    Uterine Fibroid Embolization

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    Reviewed by Richard Alweis, MD

    Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a treatment for uterine fibroids in which a material injected into the uterine artery blocks blood flow to the fibroid, causing it to shrink and eventually die.

    Detailed Description
    For an extensive description of uterine fibroid embolization and the latest innovations for this technique, please visit our network site, Fibroids1.com.

    Last updated: 06-Jun-07

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