Endometrial Ablation Techniques
Hysterectomy
Menorrhagia
Metrorrhagia
Uterine Hemorrhage

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a minimally invasive gynecologic surgical procedure designed to alleviate abnormal uterine bleeding in patients who have met their desired parity. Abnormal uterine bleeding is defined as heavy, irregular, or intermenstrual bleeding. This ablation procedure is designed to destroy the endometrial lining of the uterine cavity. Hysterectomy has historically been considered the definitive surgical treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding. However, endometrial ablation offers several advantages, including the ability to be performed quickly as an outpatient procedure, relatively minimal pain, and a short recovery time. Endometrial ablation may be an option for patients who do not want to undergo a major surgical procedure. Several first- and second-generation ablation methods are available. This activity reviews the indications, contraindications, and complications of endometrial ablation, highlighting the importance of implementing an appropriate interprofessional management approach to improve patient outcomes.

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