A Less Invasive Treatment for Patients with Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids
Millions of women have uterine fibroids, many of whom experience few symptoms and may leave them untreated. However, in 25 to 50 percent of the cases, fibroids may cause discomfort and may require treatment. The good news is with an innovative treatment option at Mount Sinai West, you don’t have to worry about a major surgery like a hysterectomy to remove the fibroids.
Our interventional radiologists offer an advanced minimally invasive procedure called uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) to treat fibroids. With UFE, treatment is performed without major incisions. Patients leave the same day and quickly return to regular activities.
Ready to be symptom free? Please call 212-241-4046 to schedule an appointment, or request an appointment online.
Uterine Fibroids Symptoms
If you are experiencing pelvic pain, pressure, irregular bleeding, or discomfort, you may have uterine fibroids. These symptoms may be uncomfortable or even alarming, including:
- Heavy menstrual bleeding
- Periods lasting longer than a week
- Pelvic pressure or pain
- Frequent urination
- Difficulty emptying the bladder
- Constipation or bloating
- Back or leg pain
Is this Treatment Right for Me?
UFE is an excellent treatment option for many people with fibroids—about 90 percent of patients who undergo uterine fibroid embolization will experience significant improvement or their symptoms will go away completely with minimal recovery time. Plus, with UFE, the uterus is preserved along with the patient’s fertility.
Why Choose Mount Sinai West
Mount Sinai is a leader in uterine fibroid embolization, with one of the most experienced teams anywhere in the New York metropolitan area. We were involved in the clinical trials leading to the development and approval of uterine fibroid embolization, and we continue to develop this procedure and serve as a center of excellence for research and treatment.
Our state-of-the-art interventional radiology suite has the most advanced equipment available, and our highly skilled experts work closely as a team to provide you exceptional care. Our goal is to relieve your UFE symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Uterine symptoms may be affecting your everyday life— but now, they don’t have to. Request an appointment online or call us at 332-253-5195.