To My
Patients,
I would like
to take this opportunity to let my patients know about a simple
outpatient procedure for heavy menstrual periods.
Endometrial
Ablation for Heavy Menstrual Periods
A
new generation device for reducing or eliminating menstrual periods
is available. The Novasure Endometrial System is an extremely
simple outpatient procedure that takes about ninety seconds to
perform.
This
“weekend hysterectomy” requires no hormonal pretreatment, is
performed as an outpatient procedure, and is pain free. There is no
incision and patients can resume normal activity the next day.
The procedure
cauterizes the lining of the uterus (endometrium) by controlled
delivery of energy with minimal complications.
About 80% of patients have significantly reduced periods by 12
months and another 15% have no bleeding at all. The satisfaction
rate is about 95%. Failures occur if the patient has some
underlying pathology such as fibroids or endometriosis.
I am currently
performing Endometrial Ablation for Heavy Menstrual Periods using
The Novasure Endometrial System.
If you are experiencing heavy menstrual periods, call our office to
schedule a consultation.
For additional
information on The Novasure Endometrial System visit
www.novacept.com
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