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Although few studies of nonhysteroscopic endometrial ablation techniques report any complications, Baggish and Savells found a number of injuries when they searched hospital records and the FDA database

Nonhysteroscopic endometrial ablation devices were developed to minimize the skill required and eliminate the need for distension medium without sacrificing efficacy

Microwave energy does not require direct contact with tissue, as it will “fill the gap” caused by cornual and fibroid distortions

The prinicipal indication for endometrial ablation is abnormal uterine bleeding

Do not activate hot water or electrosurgical energy unless you are 100% certain the device is within the uterine cavity

Poorly screened patients who have underlying hyperplasia may develop postablation carcinoma