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April 2, 2005

Uterine Fibroid Treatment and Pregnancy

"Uterine artery embolization is a blood vessel blocking technique used to treat fibroids, benign growths in the uterus that can cause pain and other symptoms. Although this treatment is not generally recommended for women planning to become pregnant, a new report suggests that it doesn't significantly raise the risk of most pregnancy problems."