Heavy Bleeding and Pelvic Pain? How Uterine Fibroid Embolization Can Help

Published On: October 13, 2026

Struggling with heavy bleeding and pelvic pain? Discover how uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) can provide lasting relief without major surgery.

If you struggle with heavy bleeding and pelvic pain, you’re not alone. Uterine fibroids affect up to 80% of premenopausal women by age 50, causing severe disruption to daily life, work, and relationships.

At The Fibroid Center at Image Guided Surgery in Clinton, Maryland, Dr. Nordine Gaugau specializes in relieving these debilitating symptoms. We offer uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), a highly effective, minimally invasive alternative to the more invasive hysterectomy.

Our mission is to help you regain control of your health. By choosing a nonsurgical path, you can protect your uterus and avoid the long recovery times associated with traditional surgery.

What’s uterine fibroid embolization?

Uterine fibroid embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that treats fibroids by blocking their blood supply, causing them to shrink and die.

During this image-guided treatment, an interventional radiologist navigates a tiny catheter to the blood vessels feeding the fibroids. We then release microscopic particles to block the blood flow, leaving the healthy parts of your uterus completely untouched.

This advanced approach is one of the most effective uterine fibroid treatments available today. Because it requires no major incisions, you can avoid the risks of traditional surgery.

Research shows UFE is associated with a lower risk of early major complications compared to surgical myomectomy.

How does UFE relieve heavy bleeding and pelvic pain?

UFE relieves heavy bleeding and pelvic pain by cutting off the blood supply that allows fibroids to grow and cause pressure. Once blood flow is blocked, the fibroids gradually shrink, alleviating painful symptoms and heavy menstrual cycles.

Clinical data shows that UFE successfully and permanently cuts off blood flow to the fibroids, leading to a dramatic reduction in symptoms even noticed within the first menstrual cycle after the procedure.

What can you expect during your UFE journey?

We design your UFE procedure to be as comfortable and convenient as possible, with most patients returning home the same day. We use advanced techniques that significantly reduce recovery times and access-site complications. To help you prepare, we provide a step-by-step guide to walk you through your UFE journey. From your initial consultation to your post-procedure recovery, our team ensures you receive personalized, compassionate care.

Take the next step in your fibroid journey

If you’re ready to find relief from debilitating pelvic pressure and heavy periods, we’re here to help. Our dedicated team guides you through every step of your treatment, ensuring you feel comfortable and informed.

Don’t let fibroids control your life any longer. To learn more about your options or to discuss your symptoms, schedule a consultation with Dr. Gaugau today.