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Microwave endometrial ablation as an alternative to hysterectomy for the emergent control of uterine bleeding in patients who are poor surgical candidates

Authors: Shamima Yeasmin, Kentaro Nakayama, Masako Ishibashi, Atsuko Katagiri, Kouji Iida, Naomi Nakayama, Showa Aoki, Yasushi Kanaoka, Kohji Miyazaki

Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics | Issue 2/2009

Abstract

Background

Microwave endometrial ablation is a new, minimally invasive treatment option for menorrhagia. Its popularity in many countries is increasing due to its safety and simplicity.

Cases

We treated menorrhagia due to submucosal myomas in two patients with a modified microwave endometrial ablation device. Surgery was contraindicated in the first patient secondary to medical co-morbidities and in the second patient because of acute hemorrhagic shock. In both cases, the operation was highly effective and each patient was satisfied with her treatment outcome.

Conclusion

Given its safety, simplicity, and effectiveness, microwave endometrial ablation may be widely adopted for the emergent control of uterine bleeding in patients with poor surgical candidates.

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Title: Microwave endometrial ablation as an alternative to hysterectomy for the emergent control of uterine bleeding in patients who are poor surgical candidates
Authors: Shamima Yeasmin
Kentaro Nakayama
Masako Ishibashi
Atsuko Katagiri
Kouji Iida
Naomi Nakayama
Showa Aoki
Yasushi Kanaoka
Kohji Miyazaki
Publication date: 01-08-2009
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics / Issue 2/2009
Print ISSN: 0932-0067
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0711
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-008-0885-z

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Microwave endometrial ablation as an alternative to hysterectomy for the emergent control of uterine bleeding in patients who are poor surgical candidates

Abstract

Background

Cases

Conclusion

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