Uterine Fibroids? The 'One Injection' Cure Available in Lucknow

For decades, women in Lucknow were told that the only way to get rid of uterine fibroids was to "remove the whole house"—a Hysterectomy. But in 2026, the technology has changed. You can now treat fibroids through a single 2mm entry point, without a single surgical stitch.

Dr. Rohit Agarwal, Director - Interventional Radiology at Medanta Lucknow, explains the revolutionary procedure often called the "One Injection Cure"—technically known as Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE).

What is Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE)?

Unlike surgery, which involves cutting open the abdomen to remove the fibroids (Myomectomy) or the entire uterus (Hysterectomy), UAE is a "target-and-starve" approach. We don't remove the fibroid; we remove its food supply.

• The Access: A tiny catheter (the size of a spaghetti noodle) is inserted into a blood vessel in your wrist or groin.
• The Guidance: Using high-definition X-ray imaging, we guide this catheter to the arteries that feed the fibroids.
• The Starvation: We release tiny "embolic particles" that block the blood flow to the fibroids. Without blood, the fibroids shrink and die naturally over time.

Why UAE is the "Future" of Women's Health

If you're still debating between surgery and UAE, consider these three game-changing differences:

1. No "Bed-Trap" Recovery

Traditional surgery requires a 4-6 week recovery period. With UAE, most patients walk out of the hospital within 24 hours and are back to their normal routine in 3-5 days. In today's fast-paced world, time is the ultimate luxury.

2. Organ Preservation

Surgery treats the uterus as a "disposable organ" once you've had children. But the uterus is vital for hormonal health and pelvic support. UAE preserves your uterus, ensuring you don't face premature aging or bone weakness later in life.

3. Simultaneous Treatment

Surgery can sometimes miss smaller fibroids hidden deep in the uterine wall. UAE treats the entire uterus at once. Every single fibroid, regardless of its size or location, is starved of its blood supply in one go.

"Interventional Radiology is about doing more with less. Why break the whole door (surgery) when you can reach the problem through the window (UAE)?" — Dr. Rohit Agarwal

Success Rates and Safety

UAE has a success rate of over 90% in resolving symptoms like heavy bleeding and pelvic pain. It is an FDA-approved procedure performed globally and is now a standard of care at top-tier institutions like Medanta Lucknow.

Is UAE Right for You?

If you have been diagnosed with symptomatic uterine fibroids and want to avoid the risks of major surgery, you are likely a candidate for UAE. Whether you are in your 20s planning a family or in your 40s wanting a rapid recovery, this treatment offers a path back to health without the "cut."

Want to see how it works? Watch Dr. Rohit Agarwal's detailed video guide below or visit our UFE treatment page for more information.