There is very little to do to prepare for the UFE procedure due to the fact that it is a non-surgical treatment. Patients may continue taking most or all of their routine medications, with the exception of blood thinners. Medications and supplements that thin the blood must be avoided for several days before uterine fibroid embolization. It is necessary to consume only water during the six hours before the procedure. No food or beverages should be consumed two hours prior to treatment.