UFE: An Alternative to Surgery
Uterine Fibroid Embolization is a very effective, minimally-invasive procedure to remove uterine fibroids. It can also be an alternative to a major surgery such as a hysterectomy or a myomectomy, and has a much shorter recovery time. Unlike major surgery to remove fibroids which can require a few nights in the hospital and several weeks […]
Medical Advancements in Fibroid Treatment
Fortunately for the estimated 26 million women in the United States that have uterine fibroids, huge medical advancements have been made that allow for a variety of treatment methods. These range from medication to hormone therapy, as well as both invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures to remove the fibroids completely. Here at MidAtlantic Vascular and […]
Short or Long Recovery
When it comes to procedures to remove fibroids, some result in shorter recovery periods than others. Uterine Fibroid Embolization, which we specialize in here at MidAtlantic Vascular and Interventional, has a recovery period of about 1-2 weeks, with most women finding they can resume their normal activities after a few days. This is remarkable considering […]