How does the UFE procedure affect fertility?
The vast majority of patients choosing UFE are not interested in future pregnancy. Therefore, the long-term effects of UFE on pregnancy are still unknown. However, there are studies currently underway specifically to answer this question. It should be noted that there have been numerous reports of normal pregnancies following UFE. We have treated more than a few patients desiring future fertility who were deemed poor candidates for myomectomy. At this time, there is insufficient information to predict what percentage of women will be able to become pregnant after UFE.
