How It Works

See exactly what
happens during your procedure.

Women's Health · Minimally Invasive

Uterine Fibroid Embolization

UFE cuts off the blood supply to fibroids using tiny particles injected through a catheter. No incision larger than a pinhole. No hysterectomy. Fibroids shrink over weeks, and symptoms improve dramatically for most women.

Day of
30-90 min procedure. Catheter inserted at wrist or groin. Particles delivered to fibroid blood supply under imaging guidance. You're awake with sedation.
Day 1-3
Cramping and fatigue are normal as fibroids begin to lose blood supply. Most patients manage at home with prescribed medication.
Week 2
Most women return to work. Symptoms - heavy periods, pelvic pressure - begin to noticeably improve.
Month 3
Fibroids have shrunk significantly (typically 40-60%). Follow-up imaging confirms results. Most patients report major quality-of-life improvement.
Animated Procedure Walkthrough
Uterus with fibroids (shown in red) Step 1 of 4
Fibroids are supplied by blood vessels from the uterine arteries.
Men's Health · Minimally Invasive

Prostate Artery Embolization

PAE reduces an enlarged prostate by cutting off part of its blood supply with microscopic particles. The result: a smaller prostate, dramatically better urinary flow, and no hospital stay. Sexual function is preserved.

Day of
2-3 hour procedure. Catheter inserted at wrist. Particles delivered to prostate arteries under live imaging. Light sedation, no general anesthesia.
Day 1-5
Mild urinary symptoms and fatigue. Temporary urgency or discomfort is normal. Most patients go home same day or next morning.
Week 2-3
Urinary flow begins improving. Nighttime trips decrease. Patients report noticeably better sleep within the first month.
Month 3
Prostate has reduced in volume by 20-40%. Symptom scores improve by 60-80% in most patients. Follow-up confirms results.
Animated Procedure Walkthrough
Bladder Enlarged prostate compressing urethra Step 1 of 4
The enlarged prostate presses against the urethra, blocking flow.
Vein Disease · In-Office Procedure

Vein Ablation

Endovenous ablation uses laser or radiofrequency energy to close damaged veins from the inside. The treated vein collapses and is absorbed. Blood reroutes through healthy veins. Most patients walk out the same day.

Day of
45-60 min procedure. A thin wire inserted through a tiny nick in the skin. Heat applied along the damaged vein under ultrasound guidance. Local anesthesia only.
Day 1-3
Wear compression stockings. Mild bruising and tenderness along the treated vein is normal. Walking is encouraged immediately.
Week 1-2
Return to all normal activities. The treated vein begins to be absorbed by the body. Aching and heaviness improve quickly.
Month 1-3
Vein is fully absorbed. Skin appearance improves. Follow-up ultrasound confirms closure. 95%+ success rate at 5 years.
Animated Procedure Walkthrough
Damaged vein Great saphenous vein - damaged valves Step 1 of 4
The damaged great saphenous vein has failing valves causing blood to pool.