A Hysterectomy Is Not Your Only Fibroid Treatment Option
Uterine fibroid embolization, or UFE, is a minimally invasive treatment option that can effectively treat fibroids while preserving your uterus. If fibroid symptoms are affecting your daily life, take the next step and see whether UFE may be right for you.
Treat Fibroids Without Removing the Uterus
Minimally Invasive With a Shorter Recovery
Get Back to Everyday Life Sooner
"I recently gotten a UFE procedure done by Dr. Kavi he's very good and he do repeatedly check ups to make sure your good. He explains everything you need to know as well he listen to make sure if the procedure can help you. He also has wonderful staff very kind a friendly make you comfortable."
- Former patient
See If You Qualify for UFE
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Could Fibroids Be Causing Your Symptoms?
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths in or around the uterus. Some fibroids cause no symptoms, while others can significantly affect everyday life. Including:
Heavy or Prolonged Periods
Bleeding that lasts longer than expected or interferes with work, sleep, travel, or daily activities.
Pelvic Pain or Pressure
Persistent discomfort, fullness, or pressure in the lower abdomen or pelvis.
Frequent Urination
Fibroids may place pressure on the bladder and cause more frequent bathroom trips.
Bloating or Abdominal Fullness
A feeling of heaviness, swelling, or fullness in the abdomen.
Fatigue
Heavy bleeding may contribute to fatigue, weakness, or low energy.
Disruption to Daily Life
Fibroid symptoms can interfere with sleep, exercise, work, travel, relationships, and other normal activities.
If these symptoms are affecting your quality of life, it may be time to explore your treatment options.
What Is Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)?
Uterine fibroid embolization is a minimally invasive procedure performed by an interventional radiologist.
During the procedure, a small catheter is guided through a blood vessel to the arteries supplying the fibroids. Tiny particles are then delivered to reduce blood flow to the fibroids.
Without their normal blood supply, the fibroids begin to shrink over time. This can help reduce symptoms such as heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, pressure, and abdominal fullness.
UFE treats the fibroids without removing the uterus.
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Why Women Choose UFE
Minimally Invasive - UFE is performed through a small incision rather than open surgery.
Preserves the Uterus - Unlike hysterectomy, UFE does not remove the uterus.
Treats Multiple Fibroids - UFE can treat multiple fibroids during the same procedure.
Shorter Recovery - Recovery is often shorter than recovery following hysterectomy, although every patient's experience is different.
May Reduce Fibroid Symptoms - UFE may help reduce heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, pressure, and other fibroid-related symptoms.
Local Expert Care - Patients can receive specialized, image-guided treatment close to home in Columbia, Missouri.
Treatment recommendations vary by patient. Not every woman with uterine fibroids is a candidate for UFE.
Who May Want to Learn More About UFE?
You may want to explore UFE if you:
Have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids
Experience heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
Have pelvic pain, pressure, or abdominal fullness
Have been told hysterectomy may be an option
Want to understand alternatives before choosing surgery
Are interested in a minimally invasive treatment
Want to preserve your uterus
Have symptoms that interfere with work, sleep, travel, exercise, or everyday life
Completing the qualification form is the first step. A member of our team will contact you to discuss your situation and explain what may be needed to determine whether UFE is appropriate.
What to Expect
Step 1
Request More Information
Complete the short qualification form or call Image Guided Solutions of Missouri.
Step 2
Speak With Our Team
A member of our team will contact you, answer initial questions, and explain the consultation process.
Step 3
Complete Your Evaluation
Your physician may review your symptoms, medical history, prior treatment, imaging, and personal goals.
Step 4
Understand Your Options
Dr. Kavi Devulapalli will explain whether UFE may be appropriate and discuss other treatment considerations.
Step 5
Receive a Personalized Treatment Plan
If you qualify and choose to move forward, our team will guide you through preparation, treatment, recovery, and follow-up.
Meet Dr. Kavi Devulapalli
Dr. Kavi Devulapalli is an interventional radiologist specializing in minimally invasive, image-guided treatments.
He works with patients to evaluate their symptoms, review their treatment options, and determine whether procedures such as uterine fibroid embolization may be appropriate.