Uterine Artery Embolisation Flashcards
1
Q
How long is UAE generally effective for ?
A
5 years
A third of patients require reintervention by 5 years
2
Q
What imaging modality is important for preoperative evaluation
A
MRI: for fibroid mapping
3
Q
What is the major complications rate of UAE
A
5%
Hysterectomy 1%
(HOPEFUL STUDY UK)
4
Q
What percentage of patients have relief of symptoms following UAE
A
80-90%
5
Q
Future pregnancy outcomes (5)
A
- preterm delivery 20%
- cesarean section 80%
- increased malpresentation
- increased PPH due to abnormal placentation
- increased miscarriage
6
Q
What is the reintervention rate of uae within 5 hears compared to surgery
A
1:3 (33%) compared to 4%
7
Q
What are contraindications to uae
A
- undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
- pid
- pregnancy
8
Q
What is the rate of emergency hysterectomy with uae
A
2.9%
9
Q
What per engagement of women have improved sexual function following uae
A
26%
