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Heavy Uterine Bleeding, Cramping, Pain
You’re Not Alone — And You Have Options
Many women live with fibroid symptoms for years before realizing there may be alternatives to major surgery.
If you’re here because bleeding, pain, or pressure is affecting your daily life, you’re taking an important first step.
Most patients we see:
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Want relief from symptoms
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Want to avoid hysterectomy if possible
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Want clear, honest guidance
Our role is to help you understand your options — and whether a minimally invasive approach may be right for you.
What Is Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)?
Uterine Fibroid Embolization is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that treats fibroids without removing the uterus.
Using live X-ray imaging:
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A tiny catheter is guided through the blood vessels
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The blood supply to the fibroids is reduced
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Fibroids gradually shrink over time
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Symptoms improve as the body heals
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What this means for you:
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❌ No large incisions
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❌ No removal of the uterus
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❌ No long hospital stay
Most patients go home the same day or after a short overnight stay.
We will help you decide whether a minimally invasive option is right for you.
Recovery and Results
Recovery is generally faster than surgery.
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Light activity within a few days
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Gradual symptom improvement over weeks to months
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Continued improvement as fibroids shrink
Our goal is meaningful improvement in quality of life, not just imaging changes.
Hospital-based physician • Board-certified • Personalized care
Are There Risks?
All medical procedures carry some risk, but serious complications are uncommon.
Possible risks include:
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Temporary pelvic pain or cramping
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Bruising at the access site
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Infection (rare)
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Incomplete symptom relief in some patients
We carefully review risks and benefits with every patient and only recommend treatment when the potential benefit is clear.
Is UFE Right for Everyone?
Not every patient is a candidate for UFE.
We consider:
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Fibroid size and location
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Prior treatments
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Other medical conditions
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Pregnancy or fertility goals
Some patients may be better served with medication or surgery — and we will tell you honestly if that’s the case.
Our priority is helping you make the right decision, not just offering a procedure.
Patients in Santa Barbara and the Central Coast seeking Uterine Artery Embolization may schedule a consultation directly.
Next Steps
If fibroid symptoms are affecting your life and you want to explore whether a minimally invasive option could help:
👉 Call to Speak With a Specialist
👉 Request a Consultation
No pressure. No obligation. Just clear guidance.