Uterine Fibroids Treatment

Treatment for Uterine Fibroids

Fibroids are common non-cancerous (benign) tumors in the uterus. By the age of 35 years, it is estimated that about 40% of Caucasian women and up to 60% of African American women will have uterine fibroids. Chances of developing them are also increased if a woman is heavy or if other members of her family have been diagnosed with them. Fibroids can range in size from tiny to large.

Fibroids are made up of muscle and have a large supply of blood to them. No one knows for sure what causes fibroids but they are certainly influenced by hormones and most likely to grow faster when estrogen is highest in a woman’s middle life. Contact Mara Vascular and Interventional Radiology OKC to schedule an appointment to learn more from the experts on uterine fibroids Oklahoma City, OK counts on.

One of the common treatment options for uterine fibroids is artery embolization. For more information from the team for uterine artery embolization Oklahoma City, OK trusts, contact us today.