Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Endometrial ablation repeat procedures. Case studies.

R J Gimpelson1, J Kaigh

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, MO.

The Journal of Reproductive Medicine
|July 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The Incidence of Occult Malignancy Encountered During Uterine Surgery for Benign Indications.

Journal of minimally invasive gynecology·2016
Same author

Postablative risk of endometrial carcinoma after high-dose estrogen.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·2001
Same author

Hysteroscopic treatment of the patient with intracavitary pathology (myomectomy/polypectomy).

Obstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America·2000
Same author

Using amino-cerv after cervical LEEP.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·1999
Same author

Not so benign endometrial hyperplasia: endometrial cancer after endometrial ablation.

The Journal of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists·1997
Same author

Photodynamic therapy of rat endometrium sensitized with tin ethyl etiopurpurin.

The Journal of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists·1996
Same journal

Elective Procedures in Obstetrics and Gynecology During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·2022
Same journal

Choriocarcinoma in Situ in a Partial Hydatidiform Mole A: Case Report.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·2018
Same journal

Isolated Recurrent Hematotrachelos After Abdominal Myomectomy A Case Report.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·2018
Same journal

Live Birth from Electively Cryopreserved Oocytes: A Feasible Option for Couples Opposed to Embryo Cryopreservation A Case Report.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·2018
Same journal

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Ejaculation Failure on the Day of Operation Among Chinese Males Undergoing Assisted Reproductive Technique Treatments.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·2018
Same journal

Efficacy and Safety of Perioperative Use of Epinephrine for Laparoscopic Myomectomy in Infertile Women with Symptomatic Solitary Intramural Uterine Fibroids A Randomized Clinical Trial.

The Journal of reproductive medicine·2018
See all related articles

Repeat endometrial ablation offers excellent results for women with persistent bleeding after initial procedures, often eliminating the need for hysterectomy.

Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

  • Endometrial ablation is a common treatment for abnormal uterine bleeding.
  • Some women experience persistent symptoms or require further intervention after initial ablation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of repeat endometrial ablation in women with persistent bleeding.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 143 women undergoing endometrial ablation between May 1986 and August 1991.
  • Analysis of outcomes for primary ablation, repeat ablation, and hysterectomy.

Main Results:

  • Of 143 women, 16 underwent repeat ablation and 7 had hysterectomies.
  • Repeat ablation achieved amenorrhea in 63% of patients, with 19% experiencing staining and 19% light flow.

Related Experiment Videos

  • No hysterectomies were required for women who had a repeat ablation.

    • Conclusions:

    • Repeat endometrial ablation is a highly effective option for managing persistent bleeding after a first ablation.
    • Gynecologists can confidently offer repeat ablation, as it frequently resolves symptoms and avoids hysterectomy.