Endometrial balloon ablation as a therapy for intractable uterine bleeding in an adolescent

Zurawin, R.K.; Pramanik, S.

Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology 14(3): 119-121

2001


ISSN/ISBN: 1083-3188
PMID: 11675228
DOI: 10.1016/s1083-3188(01)00088-2
Document Number: 262167
To evaluate the use of a minimally invasive global endometrial ablation technique in the management of life-threatening bleeding unresponsive to hormonal treatment. Immediate cessation of bleeding with recovery of normal hematologic profile. Endometrial ablation by global balloon ablation may be considered an alternative to hysterectomy in life-threatening hemorrhage in the adolescent patient who is unresponsive to hormonal therapy.

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