Jared M. Alswang, Balowa Musa, Lydia Grubic, Rose Di Ioia, Azza Naif, Erick M. Mbuguje, Vijay Ramalingam, Fabian M. Laage Gaupp
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Uterine Artery Embolization in Tanzania: A Procedure with Major Public Health Implications
Introduction: The burden of uterine fibroids in sub-Saharan Africa is substantial with up to 80% of black women harboring them in their lifetime. With few treatment options currently available in the region, this study explores the potential role of uterine artery embolization (UAE) as an alternative to surgery.