Uterine Fibroid Disease
A uterine fibroid is a type of tumor that occurs in the muscle cells of the uterus. These growths do not spread to other regions of the body and are typically not dangerous.
Symptoms caused by uterine fibroids include:
- Uterine pressure or pain
- Heavy menstrual bleeding
- Abdominal enlargement
- Pain with intercourse
- Constipation
- Frequent urination
Because most women will not exhibit every symptom, diagnosis is usually confirmed by using imaging of the pelvis, such as MRI or ultrasound.
Most Women Will Be Affected
Most women will be affected by uterine fibroids by the time they are 50. Unfortunately, women diagnosed with uterine fibroids are not being given the information they need to make informed decisions about their health.
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Say knowing their doctor has discussed all options with them is the most important factor for selecting a uterine fibroid treatment. |
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Have never heard of UFE. |
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Think hysterectomy is the only uterine fibroid treatment option. |
A Non-Surgical Option
Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a non-surgical uterine fibroid treatment performed by Quantum’s interventional radiologists. Through a tiny incision in the skin, a catheter is guided via imaging to the vessels leading to the fibroids. Through this catheter, small particles are injected to block the blood flow leading to the fibroids causing them to shrink.
Benefits of Use
- Shorter recovery time
- Minimal complication risk
- Preserves the uterus
- Unlikely to cause menopause
A Proven Therapy For the Treatment of Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroid embolization produces less pain and has a shorter recovery period than surgical treatments, but many women have never heard of it, despite more than 20 years of clinical use.
Some women have undergone hysterectomy to treat their uterine fibroids without knowledge of the other options available. While hysterectomies are necessary for many conditions, they are often not needed to treat uterine fibroids. UFE is a treatment that preserves the uterus and is less painful than the surgical options.
If you are diagnosed with uterine fibroids, it is important your care team inform you of all the options.
Interventional Radiologists (IRs)
Obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs)
Primary Care Physicians (PCPs)
Convenient For You
Quantum provides interventional radiology services, including the UFE procedure, at many locations in the Central PA region.
- Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
- UPMC Imaging Services – Medical Sciences Pavilion
- UPMC Imaging Services – Community General Osteopathic Hospital
- UPMC West Shore Hospital
- UPMC Memorial Hospital
- UPMC Harrisburg Hospital
- UPMC Carlisle Hospital
Quantum’s interventional radiologists are board-certified physicians extensively trained in the specialty of diagnostic radiology and delivering minimally invasive therapies, such as uterine fibroid embolization.
Quantum’s Interventional Radiologists are here to support you.
Contact us at 717-938-2765 or info@qita.com to schedule an appointment and discuss your options.