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Endometrial Ablation
The purpose of endometrial ablation is to lessen or stop menstrual flow. There must be no plans to conceive afterwards as this procedure is essentially sterilizing – but must not be regarded as contraceptive in itself. For this reason the procedure is often combined with tubal ligation. A 5 mm diameter rod-lens telescope with a channel for instruments, attached to a video camera is passed through the cervix (or mouth of the womb). Occasionally a laparoscopy is required at the same time. The roller ball device is attached to a diathermy current (electricity) which burns away the lining of the uterus (endometrium).
The Image Gallery contains images of live operating and pathology, used with patients’ consent. It is intended to assist your doctor explain various aspects of gynaecological surgery and pathology, but may be viewed by the general public.
