Uterine Artery Embolization Technique for Treatment of a Huge Multi Myomatous Uterus in a Virgin Woman Publisher



Ghafarzadeh M¹ ; Marzbanrad S² ; Sattari P³ ; Taheri HR⁴ Show Affiliations
Source: Annals of Medicine and Surgery Published:2022

Abstract

Introduction: Uterine artery embolization is a non-surgical method performed for large and numerous fibroids to preserve the fertility. Case presentation: The patient is a 36-year-old virgin woman with menometrorrhagia, abdominal pressure, constipation, bilateral abdominal pain, frequent urination and a compressive effect on the intestines was reported to our center. She was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. Discussion: Because the type of uterine masses and possibility of uncontrollable bleeding during myomectomy and hysterectomy, uterine vascular embolization by supra selective angiography to preserve the uterus was performed. Due to fever, pain and vaginal discharge, she was hospitalized again and hysterotomy was performed without any reported complications. Conclusion: Uterine artery embolization is a safe method, however reduction and loss in ovarian function can be seen with the treatment. Measurement of follicle stimulating hormone and anti-Mullerian hormone before and after the treatment is important. © 2022 The Authors