Endometrial Ablation - Alternative to Hysterectomy

On Thursday, September 27 at 5:00pm EDT, watch an endometrial ablation live from Bon Secours St. Francis Health System in Greenville, SC on www.OR-Live.com This minimally invasive procedure is an effective alternative to hysterectomy for patients suffering from heavy or prolonged bleeding during their period.Endometrial ablation is a preferred option when other medical treatments have failed or results are less than desirable. The procedure involves the removal of the lining of the uterus, which is the source of the bleeding. Tiffany L. Rhodes, MD will perform the procedure. Viewers are invited to e-mail questions to the OR during the one hour webcast.

Channel: News & Politics
Uploaded: September 10, 2007 at 5:20 pm
Author: ORLivedotcom

Length: 01:27
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Tags: ablation  bleeding  endometrial  hysterectomy  hysteroscope  menstrual  out-patient  period  uterus  vagina  

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