Uterine fibroids are benign growths that can be treated in different ways, of which uterine artery embolization has now become quite popular because of many advantages the treatment offers over other techniques.

What is uterine artery embolization?

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths and with uterine artery embolization, the doctor uses a minimally invasive treatment methodology which sees the injection of embolic agents into the uterine arteries. This causes the blockage of the fibroid vessels which then go on to shrink and die away.

It helps women who have to deal with problems such as:

• Painful menstruation.
• Heavy bleeding during periods.
• Abdominal swelling due to the fibroids.

This procedure has gained popularity because it is not a full-blown surgery and it allows women to retain their uterus. Your eligibility for the procedure will be decided by the surgeon who will look into the size and location of the fibroids among other things.

Where should you go for the procedure?

For people traveling from Nigeria, there are plenty of options when it comes to medical tourism. According to one study, India gave 47% of visiting Nigerians access to world-class facilities in the year 2012. The infrastructure and technology in India has given Nigerians the confidence of undergoing the procedure at affordable and high quality facilities.

India also offers the latest technology and surgeons who are trained at international facilities. The cost of the procedure will also justify the travel to India from Nigeria. Depending on the facility that you choose, the costs are around $3500. It is good to get complete costing details before choosing your hospital in India. A medical tour operator will certainly be able to help in this regard.

Why choose India?

International patients travel to India because of cost and quality. Places such as Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore offer hospitals that are JCI accredited. You can also tap into medical facilities that are:

• Known for their accurate diagnosis.
• Use of cutting edge technology to treat the condition.
• Minimal invasiveness and shortened recuperation time.
• Multi-specialty hospitals equipped to render the best of care.
• Ethical and professional standards that are not only world class but also extremely comforting for patients.

The preparation process for the surgery will entail a thorough consultation with the doctor. Tests and scans will also be necessary so that the doctor knows exactly how the procedure should be conducted and then advice you on how long the post-operative recuperation will take.

This will allow you to plan your itinerary according to the time taken to travel in and out of India and include hospital stay and recovery period as well. You can easily combine a holiday with the surgery procedure.

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