Below are some excellent medical resources to help you learn more about uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) and whether it may be a good choice for treating your fibroids:
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Offers an overview of UFE as a treatment option for uterine fibroids, along with a comparison of UFE to other treatments.
CARE About Fibroids
Advocates for increased research investment in new treatments and early diagnosis of uterine fibroids, aiming to improve care and outcomes for women affected by this condition.
Fibroid Fighters
Aims to educate and raise awareness about uterine fibroid disease, providing support and resources for women affected by fibroids while advocating for improved healthcare options.
Fibroid Foundation
Provides comprehensive resources on uterine fibroid embolization, including treatment overviews, patient experiences and a directory of UFE providers to support informed decision-making.
Free from Fibroids Foundation
Advocates for legislation to educate and empower women about all available treatment options for fibroids, supporting their mission to raise awareness and improve fibroid care.
Mayo Clinic
Provides a concise summary of the diagnosis and treatment of uterine fibroids, including the benefits of minimally invasive procedures such as uterine fibroid embolization.
National Library of Medicine
Reviews uterine fibroid embolization as a minimally invasive therapy for the treatment of uterine fibroids and discusses which patients may or may not benefit from this therapy.
Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) Patient Center
Provides comprehensive information on UFE, including details on the procedure, benefits, risks and recovery.
Veterans Health Library (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)
Offers an overview of uterine fibroid embolization and discusses UFE as a treatment alternative to hysterectomy for managing symptomatic uterine fibroids in eligible patients.
The White Dress Project
Empowers individuals affected by uterine fibroids through a peer-to-peer support network, advocacy for awareness and educational resources aimed at improving treatment options and quality of life.