Hum. Reprod. Advance Access originally published online on October 13, 2005
Human Reproduction 2006 21(2):380-383; doi:10.1093/humrep/dei333
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Successful spontaneous pregnancy following surgical removal of a post uterine artery embolized necrotic fibroid capsule: a case report
1 Department of Reproductive Medicine, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, 2 Department of Imaging, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London and 3 Department of Obstetrics, Queen Charlottes & Chelsea Hospital, Du Cane Road, London
4 To whom correspondence should be addressed. E-mail: chun-ng{at}lineone.net
Uterine artery embolization has been shown to be an effective treatment in controlling symptomatic uterine fibroids. Reports suggest that significant complications associated with the procedure are rare. However, data pertaining to preservation of fertility after embolization are scarce, and some authors do not advocate this procedure for women considering future pregnancy. We present a case of a post-embolization uterine cavity abnormality which was repaired surgically, followed by successful pregnancy outcome.
Key words: female infertility/fibroid/pregnancy/surgery/uterine artery embolization