What is the most effective type of endometrial ablation?

What is the most effective type of endometrial ablation?

NovaSure, the most commonly used endometrial ablation device, which is estimated to have at least 60% of the endometrial ablation market, is indicated for premenopausal women with menorrhagia “due to benign causes for whom childbearing is complete.”

What is the failure rate of endometrial ablation?

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Endometrial ablation plays an important role in the management of heavy menstrual bleeding, but there is an associated 10–20% failure rate.

Is endometrial ablation a good idea?

For many women, endometrial ablation is a good option because it is minimally invasive and avoids chronic medication use. Endometrial ablation can reduce abnormal bleeding or stop bleeding completely by destroying the lining of the uterus, or the endometrium, through high levels of heat.

How long should you rest after an endometrial ablation?

Recovery: what to expect in the next few weeks Most women feel better within the first week following surgery; however, do not lift, push or pull any heavy objects for a couple of weeks. Do not resume sexual intercourse until your doctor says it is OK. Full recovery takes about two weeks to allow for internal healing.

Does ablation cause weight gain?

Endometrial ablation won’t make you gain or lose weight.

Can you lose weight after endometrial ablation?

After the procedure, will I see weight loss? Endometrial ablation does not affect a patient’s weight.

Why would an endometrial ablation not work?

Several possible risk factors for failure of endometrial ablation have been identified, including age, history of tubal ligation, and uterine size.

How will I feel after endometrial ablation?

It is normal to have vaginal bleeding for a few days after the procedure. You may also have a watery-bloody discharge for several weeks. You may have strong cramping, nausea, vomiting, or the need to urinate often for the first few days after the procedure. Cramping may continue for a longer time.

Do ablation make you gain weight?

Endometrial ablation does not affect a patient’s weight.

What are the symptoms of a failed ablation?

LOEAFs present in one of 3 ways: persistent or recurrent vaginal bleeding, the development of cyclic pelvic pain (CPP), and the inability to adequately assess the endometrium in women who later require evaluation.

Is it common to gain weight after an ablation?

Will I gain weight after an endometrial ablation?