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

POPLINE Document Number: 299936

Author(s):

Zurawin RK
Pramanik S

Source citation:

Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, 2001 Aug;14(3):119-121.

Abstract:

The objective was 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. (author's)

Keywords:

Texas
Research Report
Clinical Research
Case Studies
Women
Endometrial Effects
Bleeding
Gynecologic Surgery
Religious Aspects
Hysterectomy
Christianity
United States
North America
Americas
Developed Countries
Research Methodology
Studies
Demographic Factors
Population
Endometrium
Uterus
Genitalia, Female
Genitalia
Urogenital System
Physiology
Biology
Signs and Symptoms
Diseases
Urogenital Surgery
Surgery
Treatment
Medical Procedures
Medicine
Health Services
Delivery of Health Care
Health
Religion
Sociocultural Factors