Selective Uterine Arterial Embolization in the Treatment of Adenomyosis

Objective To explore the value of selective uterine arterial embolization (UAE) of adenomyosis. Methods Selective UAE was performed by Seldinger's technique in 26 patients with adenomyosis. Results After UAE 12 months,the volume of uterine decreased 33.5%,menorrhagia reduced 46.3% ( P 0.01), remission rate of dysmenorrhea was 88.5%( P 0.01),clinical symptoms were obviously improved ( P 0.01). Conclusion Selective UAE was an effective therapeutic method for adenomyosis.