Anaesthesia and radiofrequency endometrial ablation.
Radiofrequency endometrial ablation is a new technique for the treatment of functional menorrhagia. A conductive probe is placed in the uterine cavity which selectively destroys the endometrium by heating, using radiofrequency energy. Hence the patient is charged with a high density electric field. ECG electrodes need to be applied with care and patient-metal contact must be avoided to prevent radiofrequency burns. Monitors may require additional filters.
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Department of Anaesthesia, Watford General Hospital, Herts, UK.
D000556:Ambulatory Surgical Procedures; D000767:Anesthesia, Epidural; D004717:Endometrium / Q000528:radiation effects; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006979:Hyperthermia, Induced; D008595:Menorrhagia / Q000628:therapy*; D011846:Radio Waves