Endometrial ablation with the NovaSure system in Iran |
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Authors: | Zahra Asgari Somayeh Sabet |
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Institution: | Department of Gynecology, Arash Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran |
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Abstract: | ObjectiveTo evaluate the rate of response to treatment with the NovaSure endometrial ablation device among Iranian women with menorrhagia.MethodsTwenty 35-50-year-old women with menorrhagia who were referred to Arash Hospital, Tehran, Iran, in 2008 were enrolled. They underwent endometrial ablation via the NovaSure system and were followed-up for 2 years.ResultsThe incidence of amenorrhea was 30.0% at the end of the 2-year follow-up period. Hypomenorrhea was reported by 40.0% of women. The mean number of days of bleeding per month decreased significantly, from 30.0 ± 6.4 days before treatment to 3.1 ± 2.6 days after 2 years (P < 0.001). The severity of bleeding decreased significantly within 2 years after treatment (P < 0.001). In total, 85.0% of women were satisfied and 90.0% had responded to treatment—as defined by amenorrhea, hypomenorrhea, or return to normal menstruation.ConclusionThe NovaSure system is effective and should be considered by gynecologists for the treatment of menorrhagia. |
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Keywords: | Endometrial ablation Hysteroscopy Menorrhagia NovaSure |
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