Uterine artery embolization
During UAE, a catheter emits embolic agents into the uterine artery. The embolic agents then lodge in the uterine arteries and block the blood supply to the fibroids.
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During UAE, a catheter emits embolic agents into the uterine artery. The embolic agents then lodge in the uterine arteries and block the blood supply to the fibroids.