title: Global endometrial ablation technologies.
abstract: The value of extirpative surgery for excessive uterine bleeding is questionable. A number of technologies have been developed that destroy the endometrial lining while preserving the uterus. This article compares and contrasts multiple modalities of global endometrial ablation technology.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Arizona, School of Medicine, Phoenix Baptist Hospital, USA.
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Cooper
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Erickson
mesh_terms: D002404:Catheterization; D003452:Cryosurgery; D004717:Endometrium / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D013509:Gynecologic Surgical Procedures; D006358:Hot Temperature; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008872:Microwaves; D011846:Radio Waves; D012996:Solutions; D014592:Uterine Hemorrhage / Q000601:surgery
chemical_list: D012996:Solutions