Uterine Artery Embolization for Symptomatic Leiomyomata
Uterine Artery Embolization for Symptomatic Leiomyomata
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DOI:
10.1007/s00270-014-1031-x
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发表时间:
2015-06-01
影响因子:
2.9
通讯作者:
Reekers, Jim A.
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作者:
van Overhagen, Hans;Reekers, Jim A.
Transcatheter uterine artery embolization (UAE) for treatment of fibroids was first reported by Ravina in 1995 [1]. The continuous advance in the field of vascular Interventional Radiology has facilitated UAE, through the development of low profile catheters and particulate emboli such as polyvinyl alcohol particles (PVA), PVA microspheres and trisacryl gelatine microspheres (TAGM). Prospective randomized studies such as the EMMY and REST trial that compare UAE with hysterectomy have proven scientifically that there is a place for UAE in the treatment of women with symptomatic fibroids [2, 3]. The QOL 5 years after hysterectomy or embolization is equal. Several registries and non-randomized trials have supported these findings. The trials have shown that UAE should be offered to women with symptomatic fibroids causing menorrhagia, as an alternative to hysterectomy (Level 1). The present document provides quality assurance guidelines regarding UAE for the treatment of symptomatic uterine fibroids.