Endometrial ablation in the office setting

The introduction of global endometrial ablation technology during the past decade has revolutionized the treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding. These minimally invasive treatment options have fewer risks than traditional procedures, are faster, and have shorter recovery times for patients. As techn...

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Published inObstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America Vol. 35; no. 2; p. 317
Main Author Fothergill, Russell E
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.06.2008
Subjects
Ambulatory Care
Catheter Ablation - instrumentation
Catheter Ablation - methods
Endometrium - surgery
Female
Humans
Menorrhagia - surgery
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:The introduction of global endometrial ablation technology during the past decade has revolutionized the treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding. These minimally invasive treatment options have fewer risks than traditional procedures, are faster, and have shorter recovery times for patients. As technology has advanced, so has the shift away from performing ablations in the operating room. With proper patient selection, equipment, and anesthesia techniques, endometrial ablation can be performed safely and effectively in the office setting.
ISSN:0889-8545
1558-0474
DOI:10.1016/j.ogc.2008.03.010