| Autor: |
Shan, Biscette, Jessica, Shepherd, Resad P, Pasic |
| Rok vydání: |
2010 |
| Předmět: |
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| Zdroj: |
Surgical technology international. 20 |
| ISSN: |
1090-3941 |
| Popis: |
Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a significant health problem for many women. Surgical treatment of AUB often follows failed attempts with first-line medical therapy. Hysterectomy, while being a definitive treatment, is a major surgical procedure with potential for significant complications and economic costs. Endometrial ablation was developed as an alternative to hysterectomy. The first-generation endometrial ablation devices required extensive training and experience to be performed effectively and safely. As a result, newer ablative devices were developed addressing the need for less technical knowledge and improved safety. Since 1997, the United States FDA has approved 5 global endometrial ablation devices for treatment of AUB attributable to benign causes. This review will focus on the technical aspects of these second- generation devices and their applications for treatment of AUB. |
| Databáze: |
OpenAIRE |
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