Fibroid Embolisation: Information, Support, AdviceFEmISA was set up by women whose fibroids were successfully treated by embolisation (sometimes referred to as UAE or UFE). Many of us were keen to avoid hysterectomy and we want to ensure that other women have access to embolisation for the treatment of uterine fibroids by: -
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Our Survey and Guidelines
There is an important clinical trial comparing quality of life and fertility after myomectomy and embolisation, now recruiting patients. Facebook Page, Twitter
Thanks to all who took part in our survey about the information and choices for their fibroid treatment. Please click here for the Patient Information and Choice Survey report and here for our report on access to UFE treatment with The Medical Technology Group and All Party Parliamentary Group on Improving Patient Access to Medical Technologies.
You MUST be offered an alternative to hysterectomy. Download the quick reference guide to the NICE guidelines.
Please download a guide for patients – Improving Your NHS: What you can Expect