Endometrial Ablation Information

An endometrial ablation is a procedure that treats the lining of the uterus to control or stop bleeding. An ablation destroys a thin layer of the lining of the uterus. It is used to treat heavy bleeding or an irregular menses. An ablation destroys a thin layer of the lining of the uterus. After an ablation, some women may still have light bleeding or spotting or no vaginal bleeding. A few women may have regular periods. If ablation does not control heavy bleeding, further treatment or surgery may be required. During this procedure the uterus or the ovaries are not removed. Routine Pap tests and pelvic exams are still needed after an ablation.

The endometrial ablation is a short procedure. It is done as outpatient surgery or in some cases in the office. This means you can go home the same day. There are no incisions (cuts) involved in ablation. Recovery takes about 2 hours, depending on the type of pain relief used.

 

Additional Information

What You Should Know About Endometrial Ablation from "The Female Patient".

GYNECARE THERMACHOICE information from ETHICON Women's Health & Urology.

HysterectomyOptions.com explains Abnormal Uterine Bleeding and offers some treatment options.

In this video on treatments for Excessive Menstrual Bleeding (a form of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding), "Four women share their stories".

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