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What is ThermaChoice Uterine Balloon Therapy ?
It is a new outpatient procedure to reduce excessive menstrual bleeding. Unlike hysterectomy, which takes out the entire uterus, the procedure just destroys the lining of the uterus by the use of heat. |
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What can I expect from ThermaChoice ?
In most cases, bleeding during your period will be reduced to moderate or light flow. Some women may experience spotting; a few may experience no bleeding at all. Clinical data has shown that up to 5% of patients may not respond to ThermaChoice therapy and may require additional treatment. |
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Am I a candidate for ThermaChoice ?
If you have excessive bleeding you are a candidate for ThermaChoice. If you still want to have children, ThermaChoice is not an option since the uterine lining is destroyed during therapy. |
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| How does ThermaChoice work ? |
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First, a soft flexible balloon attached to a thin catheter (tube) is inserted into the vagina, through the cervix and placed gently into the uterus. |
| Then the balloon is inflated with 5% Glucose fluid which expands to fit the size and shape of uterus. |
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The fluid in the balloon is heated to 870 C (degrees) or 1880 F and maintained for eight minutes while the uterine lining is treated. |
| When the treatment cycle is complete, all the fluid is withdrawn from the balloon and the catheter is removed. Nothing stays in your uterus. |
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Your uterine lining has been treated and will slough off like a period in the next 7-10 days. |
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| Can I get pregnant after treatment ? This therapy should not be used if you ever want to have children. Since there is a chance pregnancy could occur, contraception or sterilization should be used after treatment. |
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A new minimally invasive choice for you and your doctor to consider in the treatment of excessive menstrual bleeding. ThermaChoice has the potential to offer : |
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- The only U.S.A. (F.D.A.) approved fully computerised machine now available for the first time in Ahmedabad
- An alternative to hyster-ectomy or other major surgical procedures
- An outpatient procedure; no hospital stay
- Can be done without general anesthesia,
so it is very useful in patient having Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiac disease where anesthesia is risky
- A fast recovery, with a return to normal activity within one day for most patients
- Uterus is not removed, so sexual life can be enjoyed after 15 days of this therapy
- Reduced bleeding
- Possible to claim medical insurance
Talk with your doctor if you have specific questions about ThermaChoice and about your options to treat excessive bleeding or contact
Dr Archana Shah. |
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