Effect of embolization interventional treatment for adenomyosis

Embolization interventional therapy for adenomyosis is an effective non-surgical treatment method that can reduce the activity of adenomyosis lesions by blocking the blood flow of the uterine artery, improve the patient's pain and other symptoms, and preserve uterine function. This treatment is suitable for patients with severe pain, fertility needs or unwillingness to undergo surgery, but it must be evaluated and decided by a professional doctor based on the individual's condition.

1What is embolization interventional treatment for adenomyosis?

Embolization interventional therapy for adenomyosis is a minimally invasive treatment technique that uses a catheter to inject embolic materials such as gelatin sponge particles or polyvinyl alcohol particles into the blood supply artery of the uterus to block blood flow to the lesion area, thereby reducing the oxygen and nutrient supply to the lesion, reducing the size of the uterus, and improving symptoms such as dysmenorrhea and menorrhagia. This method can avoid hysterectomy and has less impact on surrounding tissues.

2 Advantages of embolization interventional therapy

Relieve symptoms: Studies have shown that embolization therapy can significantly relieve pain and menstrual abnormalities in 70%-90% of patients.

Protecting reproductive function: It is a conservative treatment, especially for patients who want to have children, which reduces the impact on the overall function of the uterus.

Small trauma and quick recovery: No need for open surgery, short operation time, quick recovery after surgery, no need for long-term hospitalization, and normal life can usually be resumed within a few days.

3 Applicable people

Embolization therapy is suitable for patients with moderate to severe adenomyosis with symptoms such as severe dysmenorrhea and heavy menstrual flow, especially those who wish to preserve their uterus. However, if there is severe uterine malformation, other major diseases such as malignant tumors, or the uterus requires a large amount of blood supply support, this treatment may not be suitable.

4 Limitations and risks of embolization therapy

Despite the good results, embolization therapy is not absolutely risk-free. Some minor postoperative reactions include discomfort in the surgical area, mild nausea, fever, etc., which can generally be relieved by medication; a small number of patients may experience amenorrhea, infection, or incomplete occlusion of the vascular occlusion site. Regular follow-up is still required after surgery to monitor changes in the condition.

5. Precautions after treatment

After surgery, you should avoid heavy physical labor and get enough rest. In terms of diet, you should focus on high-protein and vitamin-rich foods, such as fish, eggs, fresh fruits and vegetables, which will help recovery. Regular checkups and monitoring of whether the condition is stable or recurring are also very important. If menstrual disorders or persistent pain occur, you should seek medical attention in time.

Embolization interventional therapy is an effective method for adenomyosis, suitable for patients with obvious symptoms but who want to keep their uterus. The specific effect varies from person to person, and it should be selected under the guidance of a professional medical team, and continuous attention should be paid to the recovery and changes in the condition after surgery.