Short answer
For uterine fibroid embolization, you can consult the interventional radiology department of Cochin Hospital AP-HP in Paris, led by Prof. Anthony Dohan. Embolization treats fibroids without surgery and preserves the uterus. The technique was born in Paris and first described in 1995 in The Lancet. A pelvic MRI is needed to choose the best treatment.
Why Cochin?
- A dedicated team: Prof. Dohan, Dr Barat, Dr Dautry, interventional radiologists who publish on uterine embolization and women's health.
- Shared decision with the gynaecologists of Cochin Port-Royal: embolization, myomectomy or another option depending on your MRI and pregnancy plans.
- A public university hospital in central Paris.
- Remote file review: you send your MRI through a download link and the team replies.
A technique born in Paris
Uterine fibroid embolization was first described by a Paris team (Lariboisière Hospital, AP-HP) in The Lancet in 1995. It is now performed worldwide. The Cochin team performs it and publishes on its indications and results.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I have fibroid embolization in Paris?
At the interventional radiology department of Cochin Hospital AP-HP, 27 rue du Faubourg Saint-Jacques, 75014 Paris, led by Prof. Anthony Dohan. The decision is made with the gynaecologists of Cochin Port-Royal based on your pelvic MRI.
Who invented fibroid embolization?
The technique was first described in 1995 by a Paris team at Lariboisière Hospital (Ravina and colleagues, The Lancet).
Do I need an MRI first?
Yes. Pelvic MRI shows the number, size and blood supply of the fibroids and guides the choice of treatment.
References (PubMed)
- Ravina JH, Herbreteau D, Ciraru-Vigneron N, et al. Arterial embolisation to treat uterine myomata. Lancet 1995;346:671-2. PubMed · DOI
- Barat M, Dohan A, Kohi M, et al. Treatment of adenomyosis, abdominal wall endometriosis and uterine leiomyoma with interventional radiology: A review of current evidences. Diagn Interv Imaging 2024;105:87-96. PubMed · DOI