When should I consider uterine fibroid treatment?

If fibroid symptoms — heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure, frequent urination, or chronic pelvic pain — are interfering with your daily life, work, or sleep, it is time to seek evaluation. At Seamless Medical Centers in Port Arthur, Texas, Dr. Zagum Bhatti assesses your symptoms and imaging to determine whether UFE or another non-surgical fibroid treatment is appropriate for your case.

What symptoms indicate fibroids may need treatment in Beaumont?

The most common symptoms that indicate fibroids require medical attention include bleeding heavy enough to soak through a pad or tampon within an hour, menstrual cycles lasting longer than seven days, pelvic pressure or a feeling of fullness in the lower abdomen, frequent urination, lower back pain, and fatigue caused by blood loss. If you are experiencing any of these, a consultation at our Port Arthur clinic can confirm whether fibroids are the underlying cause.

How are uterine fibroids diagnosed?

Uterine fibroids are typically diagnosed through pelvic ultrasound or MRI. At Seamless Medical Centers, Dr. Bhatti reviews your imaging directly to assess fibroid size, number, and location — the three factors that determine whether uterine fibroid embolization or another minimally invasive fibroid treatment is the most effective option for your specific case.

Is fibroid treatment without surgery actually effective?

Yes. In the Ontario UFE trial, about 83% of women had improvement in heavy menstrual bleeding at three months, and the randomized FEMME trial found quality-of-life gains comparable to myomectomy. Fibroids typically shrink substantially, with median volume reductions of about 40–65% within three to six months. UFE is endorsed by the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) and recognized by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) as a safe and effective alternative to hysterectomy for appropriately selected women.

How quickly can I return to normal activities after minimally invasive fibroid treatment?

Most women return to light daily activities within about five to seven days following UFE — compared to four to six weeks after hysterectomy. UFE is performed on an outpatient basis at our non-surgical treatment clinic in Port Arthur, meaning patients go home the same day. Full recovery and maximum symptom improvement typically occurs over three to six months as fibroids continue to shrink.

What is the recovery time after uterine fibroid embolization?

UFE recovery is significantly shorter than surgical fibroid treatment. Most patients experience mild to moderate cramping and fatigue for two to five days following the procedure. By day seven, most women resume normal activity. By 30 days, the majority report meaningful improvement in bleeding and pelvic symptoms. By six months, fibroid shrinkage is confirmed through follow-up imaging at our Port Arthur medical center.

Who is a good candidate for non-surgical fibroid treatment?

Most women with symptomatic uterine fibroids who want to avoid surgery and preserve their uterus are candidates for UFE. It is best suited for women who have completed childbearing or who are not planning a future pregnancy. If future pregnancy is a priority, myomectomy is generally preferred, and Dr. Bhatti will discuss whether it or another option is more appropriate for you. Candidates typically have fibroids confirmed on imaging and symptoms that have not responded adequately to medication. Dr. Bhatti will review your history and imaging at your consultation to confirm candidacy.

Can uterine fibroid embolization reduce heavy menstrual bleeding?

Yes — and this is one of the most well-documented outcomes of UFE. By blocking the uterine arteries that supply blood to fibroids, UFE eliminates the blood flow that drives abnormal bleeding. In the Ontario UFE trial, about 83% of patients had improvement in heavy menstrual bleeding at three months following the procedure. Many women who previously required iron supplementation or blood transfusions due to fibroid-related anemia no longer need them after UFE.

How common are uterine fibroids?

Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors in women of reproductive age. Studies estimate that 40–80% of women develop fibroids by age 50, though not all will experience symptoms requiring treatment. Among women who do develop symptoms, fibroids are the leading cause of hysterectomy in the United States — making access to non-surgical fibroid treatment options like UFE in Port Arthur critically important for women across Southeast Texas.

How do I schedule a uterine fibroid embolization consultation in Port Arthur?

Call Seamless Medical Centers at (409) 213-9575 or book online at theseamlessway.com. During your consultation at our Port Arthur medical center, Dr. Bhatti will review your symptoms and imaging, confirm whether UFE or another minimally invasive fibroid treatment is right for your case, and verify your insurance coverage — Medicare, Medicaid, and most major commercial plans are accepted — before any treatment begins.

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What Is Uterine Fibroid Treatment?

Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop in or around the uterine wall. They are the most common benign tumors in women of reproductive age, affecting an estimated 40–80% of women by age 50. Symptoms vary widely — from heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pressure to frequent urination, bloating, and pain during intercourse — and can significantly impact daily quality of life.

For decades, hysterectomy was considered the standard solution. Today, women have access to clinically proven, non-surgical fibroid treatment options that shrink fibroids and relieve symptoms while preserving the uterus and requiring far less recovery time.

At Seamless Medical Centers in Port Arthur, Texas, Dr. Zagum Bhatti — a board-certified interventional radiologist — specializes in Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE), a minimally invasive fibroid treatment that, in the Ontario UFE trial, improved heavy menstrual bleeding in about 83% of women at three months, with quality-of-life gains comparable to myomectomy in the randomized FEMME trial. Most patients go home the same day and return to light activity within a few days to a week.

Who It's For

Who Can Benefit from Uterine Fibroid Treatment in Beaumont?

UFE and other non-surgical fibroid treatments are appropriate for most women with symptomatic fibroids who want to avoid surgery or preserve their uterus. A consultation with Dr. Bhatti will confirm whether you are a candidate based on your fibroid type, size, location, and overall health.

Women Experiencing Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding is the most common symptom of uterine fibroids and one of the leading causes of iron-deficiency anemia in women. UFE improved heavy menstrual bleeding in about 83% of women at three months in the Ontario UFE trial (Pron 2003), by cutting off the blood supply that sustains fibroid growth — without surgery, without a hospital stay, and without removing the uterus. For women who have been told a hysterectomy is their only option, UFE offers a clinically validated alternative.

Women with Pelvic Pain or Pressure

Large or multiple fibroids can press against the bladder, bowel, and surrounding pelvic structures — causing chronic pelvic pressure, a sensation of fullness, frequent urination, or constipation. Minimally invasive fibroid treatment causes fibroids to shrink over the weeks and months following the procedure, directly relieving the mechanical pressure on surrounding organs. Patients at our Port Arthur clinic consistently report significant improvement in pelvic symptoms within 30 to 90 days of treatment.

Women Seeking Fibroid Treatment Without Surgery

Hysterectomy and myomectomy both require general anesthesia, surgical incisions, and recovery periods of four to six weeks or more. UFE — the leading non-surgical fibroid treatment — is performed through a pinhole-sized entry point in the wrist or groin, requires only conscious sedation, and allows most women to return home within hours. For women who want effective fibroid treatment without surgery, UFE is endorsed by the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) and recognized by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) as a safe and effective alternative to hysterectomy for appropriately selected patients.

Women Looking for Long-Term Fibroid Relief

UFE provides durable, long-term results. In randomized trials, quality-of-life scores four years after UFE were not significantly different from myomectomy, and most patients maintain meaningful symptom relief for years following a single procedure. UFE is durable but not always a one-time treatment: in published cohorts about 1 in 4 women (~24%) need a repeat procedure or later surgery within five years, and Dr. Bhatti reviews this trade-off with you. At Seamless Medical Centers, Dr. Bhatti develops a personalized follow-up plan after uterine fibroid embolization — including imaging at three and six months — to confirm fibroid shrinkage and monitor your recovery.

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Common Symptoms

Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) — How It Works and What It Treats

Uterine fibroids affect millions of women and are the leading cause of hysterectomy in the United States. When symptoms become severe or persistent, they interfere with work, sleep, relationships, and everyday function. UFE is a clinically proven, image-guided procedure that treats the fibroids directly — without surgery, without removing the uterus, and without a lengthy hospital stay.

Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding

Pelvic pressure or chronic pelvic pain

Frequent urination from bladder pressure

Pain during menstrual cycles or intercourse

Abdominal swelling or bloating

Lower back pain from fibroid mass

Treating Symptoms and Root Cause

Without a blood supply, fibroids shrink — roughly 40–65% in volume within three to six months — and symptoms resolve significantly. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, a consultation with Dr. Bhatti in Port Arthur will determine whether UFE or another non-surgical fibroid treatment is appropriate for your specific case.

Advanced Imaging & Targeted Techniques

At Seamless Medical Centers in Port Arthur, Texas, UFE is performed by Dr. Zagum Bhatti, a board-certified interventional radiologist, using real-time X-ray imaging (fluoroscopy) to guide a thin catheter through blood vessels to the uterine arteries. Tiny microspheres are then released to block blood flow to the fibroids.

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What to Expect

Safety, Recovery & What to Expect

UFE is a well-established, minimally invasive procedure with a strong safety record, but — like any medical procedure — it has side effects worth understanding before you decide. Being fully informed is part of choosing the right treatment.

Recovery

Most patients experience mild to moderate cramping, fatigue, and sometimes low-grade fever or nausea for two to five days afterward — a normal, temporary response known as post-embolization syndrome, which is managed with medication. Most women return to light, normal activities within about 5–7 days, compared with four to six weeks after hysterectomy. Full recovery and maximum symptom improvement typically occur over three to six months as fibroids continue to shrink.

Side effects and risks

Some women pass small amounts of fibroid tissue (most common with submucosal fibroids). Serious complications are uncommon — one study of UFE reported severe adverse events in roughly 3% of cases and mild events, such as minor infection or vaginal discharge, in about 17%. Dr. Bhatti will review your individual risks at consultation.

Durability

UFE preserves the uterus, but it is not always a one-time treatment. New fibroids can develop over time; in published cohorts about 1 in 4 women (~24%) need a repeat procedure or later surgery within five years (MarketScan; EMMY RCT reports 28% at five years). Dr. Bhatti reviews this durability trade-off with you before recommending UFE.

Fertility considerations

UFE is best suited for women who have completed childbearing or are not planning a future pregnancy. If preserving fertility is a priority, Dr. Bhatti will discuss whether myomectomy or another option may be more appropriate — professional societies consider a strong desire for future fertility a relative contraindication to UFE, and while pregnancy after UFE is possible, the data are more limited than for surgical alternatives.

Surgery-Free Care

Why Women Choose UFE Over Surgery for Fibroid Treatment

For women who want effective fibroid treatment without surgery, UFE offers clinically documented advantages over hysterectomy and myomectomy — the two traditional surgical options.

No general anesthesia — conscious sedation only

No surgical incision or scar

Same-day, outpatient procedure

Return to normal activity within days, not weeks

UFE vs. Surgery — A Direct Comparison

	UFE (Non-Surgical)	Hysterectomy (Surgery)
Incision required	No — pinhole entry only	Yes — abdominal or vaginal
Anesthesia	Conscious sedation	General anesthesia
Hospital stay	Same-day discharge	1–3 days
Recovery time	5–7 days	4–6 weeks
Uterus preserved	Yes	No
Treats all fibroids simultaneously	Yes	Depends on procedure type
Insurance covered	Yes — Medicare, Medicaid, most commercial plans	Yes
Endorsed by	Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR), ACOG	Standard surgical bodies

UFE does not require general anesthesia, leaves no surgical scar, and allows women to return to normal activity within days. For women who have been told a hysterectomy is their only option, UFE is a recognized alternative supported by major medical societies for appropriately selected patients.

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If fibroid symptoms are affecting your quality of life, Dr. Zagum Bhatti and the team at Seamless Medical Centers are here to help. During your consultation at our Port Arthur office, your physician will:

Review your symptoms and medical history
Assess existing imaging or order a pelvic ultrasound or MRI
Confirm whether UFE or another minimally invasive fibroid treatment is appropriate for your case
Walk you through the procedure, recovery timeline, and what results to expect
Verify your insurance coverage before any treatment begins

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About Your Physician

Zagum Bhatti, M.D.

Board-Certified Interventional Radiologist

Founder & Chief Medical Officer; Interventional Radiologist

Dr. Zagum Bhatti is a board-certified, dual-fellowship-trained interventional radiologist and a former Assistant Professor of Vascular & Interventional Radiology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). He has dedicated his career to minimally invasive, image-guided procedures that treat serious conditions without open surgery. As Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Seamless Medical Centers, he brings academic-level expertise — including published peer-reviewed research in vascular and interventional radiology — to a community practice in Southeast Texas, making advanced treatments for enlarged prostate, uterine fibroids, knee osteoarthritis, peripheral artery disease, and chronic pain available close to home.

Education & training

B.S., Biochemistry — University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (2001–2004)
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) — Medical College of Wisconsin (2004–2008)
Residency, Diagnostic Radiology — Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (2008–2012)
Fellowship, Neuroradiology — Medical College of Wisconsin (2013–2014)
Fellowship, Vascular & Interventional Radiology — Rush University Medical Center (Rush Medical College) (2014–2015)

Board certification & licensure

Board Certified in Interventional Radiology / Diagnostic Radiology, American Board of Radiology — actively maintained in the ABR Continuing Certification (MOC) program
Texas Medical License #Q3852
NPI 1053577890

Selected publications

Portal Venous Interventions: How to Recognize, Avoid, or Get Out of Trouble in Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS), Balloon Occlusion Sclerosis (BRTO), and Portal Vein Embolization (PVE). Techniques in Vascular and Interventional Radiology 2018;21(4):267-287.
Percutaneous Venous Interventions in the Pulmonary Vascular, Central and Peripheral Venous Systems: How to Recognize, Avoid and Treat Complications. Techniques in Vascular and Interventional Radiology 2018;21(4):228-241.
Spontaneous Chyluria Treated with Retrograde Embolization via Direct Thoracic Duct Access at the Left Neck. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology 2019;30(5):772-774.
Management of Vascular Complications of Extra-corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO). Cardiovascular Diagnosis and Therapy 2018;8(3):372-377.

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Medical Sources

The clinical information on this page is supported by the following peer-reviewed studies and professional medical society guidance.

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) — Management of Symptomatic Uterine Leiomyomas, Practice Bulletin No. 228 (2021)
Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) — Uterine fibroids and UFE
University of Chicago Medicine — Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)
New England Journal of Medicine — FEMME randomized trial (UFE vs. myomectomy)
Pron G, et al. Ontario Uterine Fibroid Embolization Trial, Part 2. Fertil Steril. 2003;79(1):120–7. — Menorrhagia improved in 83% of patients (95% CI 80–87%) at 3 months. PMID 12524074.
Reintervention Rates After Myomectomy, Endometrial Ablation, and UAE. J Womens Health. 2018. — MarketScan — ~24% five-year reintervention after UAE (PMC6205049); EMMY RCT alt 28%/5yr.
CVIR Endovascular (2025) — retrospective UFE outcomes study
NIH / NCBI Bookshelf — uterine fibroid prevalence

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