Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a quick, outpatient procedure that gently removes the endometrial lining of the uterus (called the ‘endometrium’) to control bleeding. The endometrial lining of the uterus is shed monthly during your period. Removing the endometrial lining decreases menstrual blood flow, and in many cases, stops it completely. The most popular form of endometrial ablation is The NovaSure Procedure, which has demonstrated excellent success.

Endometrial ablation can be done either in an outpatient surgicenter, or in the doctor’s office. There are few side effects, and women generally return to work and other normal activities the next day.

"The advantage is that we can offer a procedure in the office, a short procedure…that will take care of their problem almost always."

 

Hear the rest of what Dr. David Kreuze and his colleague have to say about endometrial ablation for the treatment of heavy periods.