A Uterine artery embolisation is a interventional test of the uterus. It shows blocks blood supply to fibroids. Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
Blocks blood supply to fibroids.
Symptomatic fibroids in selected women.
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
1 to 2 hours. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Interventional
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a uterine fibroid embolisation show?
Blocks blood supply to fibroids.
Why is a uterine fibroid embolisation done?
Symptomatic fibroids in selected women.
How do I prepare for a uterine fibroid embolisation?
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Does a uterine fibroid embolisation use radiation?
Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
How long does a uterine fibroid embolisation take?
1 to 2 hours
Uterine artery embolisation क्यों किया जाता है?
Symptomatic fibroids in selected women.
Uterine artery embolisation के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Uterine artery embolisation गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 10 to 20 mSv, similar to about 3 to 7 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
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