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Looking for Ovarian Arteries in UFE
During a uterine fibroid embolization procedure, it is important to look for ovarian arteries to ensure proper completion. While it may not be actively done in every case, it should be considered especially in instances of suspicion or large uterus size. Paying attention to the run can indicate issues with perfusion, prompting the need for an aortic run. Though some may skip this step out of laziness, it is crucial to identify any abnormalities, with only about a 5% failure rate in finding issues during the aortic run.