Ideal candidates, procedural considerations, risks, and patient management for uterine fibroid embolization

Course overview

This course caters to interventionalists aiming to expand their expertise in Uterine Artery Embolizations. Led by renowned experts in the field, it covers a wide range of topics including UAE techniques and optimizing patient outcomes.

1.5 hours, 19 lessons

Lessons

Fibroid Embolization Procedure with Dr. Gary Siskin

Lesson 1

Diagnostic work up and patient referrals from gynecologists for fibroids

Lesson 2

Fibroid embolization's effectiveness, and considerations for potential recurrence and alternative treatments

Lesson 3

The uterine artery embolization procedure, including patient prep, femoral access, and avoiding vessel spasm

Lesson 4

Techniques for uterine fibroid embolization, including embolic agent selection

Lesson 5

PVA vs. microspheres, optimal particle sizes, and techniques for effective embolization

Lesson 6

Accessing and embolizing the right uterine artery using a modified Waltman's loop technique

Lesson 7

Scenarios and considerations for ovarian artery embolization when treating uterine fibroids

Lesson 8

Post-op care, pain management, and follow-up including personal patient contact and MRI at six months

Multidisciplinary Care for Treating Fibroids with Dr. Merve Ozen

Lesson 9

Challenges in establishing a patient-centered fibroid clinic with multidisciplinary support

Lesson 10

Patient workflow and collaborative workup in a combined fibroid and pelvic pain clinic

Lesson 11

Surgical treatment options for fibroids including hysteroscopic myomectomy and RF ablation

Lesson 12

Ideal candidates, procedural considerations, risks, and patient management for uterine fibroid embolization

Lesson 13

Options for treating pelvic pain and congestion syndrome, including medical, interventional, and surgical treatments

Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage with Dr. Dan Sheeran

Lesson 14

Classification, diagnosis, and management of peripartum and postpartum hemorrhage

Lesson 15

Walkthrough of the equipment, setup, and steps involved in performing a balloon occlusion procedure

Lesson 16

Embolization techniques to manage peripartum hemorrhage

Lesson 17

Challenges in managing postpartum hemorrhage, focusing on uterine artery embolization vs. hysterectomy

Lesson 18

Uterine artery embolization techniques, patient outcomes, and considerations for future fertility post-procedure

Lesson 19

Considerations in embolization procedures, including radiation mitigation, and specific techniques

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