Uterine ablation

Uterine ablation is a procedure in which abnormal endometrial tissue is destroyed without any external incisions or the need to remove the organ itself. This method is suitable for minimally invasive treatment of localized cancerous tumors or fibroids and does not exclude pregnancy in the future.

During ablation, the surgeon inserts a thin instrument through the vagina and cervix. The type of instrument varies depending on the treatment method used for the problem area. This may include cooling gas, hot liquid, microwave energy, high frequency radio waves, or focused ultrasound. The choice of a suitable ablation of uterine fibroids depends on the size of the tumor and the patient's state of health.

Types of uterine fibroids ablation

According to reviews, many clinics offer a limited set of methods for ablation of uterine fibroids, so it is useful for patients to know about all the technologies available today.

• Electrosurgery. This procedure is performed under general anesthesia. To remove the tumor, the surgeon uses a thin metal wire in the form of a loop, which is heated by electricity and burns out abnormal cells.
• Cryoablation. This technology uses liquid nitrogen, which creates an ice ball inside the uterus that freezes fibroids. The surgeon monitors the location of the ice ball using ultrasound in real time. Each freezing cycle takes up to six minutes. The number of cycles and the cost of ablation of uterine fibroids depends on the size of the tumor.
• Ablation with hot liquid. The heated saline solution circulates inside the uterus for about 10 minutes. The advantage of this method is that it can be performed in women whose uterus has an irregular shape due to abnormal tissue growth.
• Microwave ablation. A thin probe is inserted through the cervix, emitting microwaves that heat and destroy the tumor. The treatment usually lasts 3-5 minutes.
• Radiofrequency ablation. A probe is inserted into the uterus, which transmits radio frequency energy. Focused radio frequency waves heat and vaporize the tumor tissue of the uterus in 1-2 minutes.

Modern methods of uterine fibroids ablation

Focused ultrasound ablation of uterine fibroids (FUZ) is one of the most modern approaches.

According to reviews, FUZ uterine fibroids ablation is the most painless technology that promotes rapid recovery. During the procedure, the tumor is destroyed by a series of targeted ultrasound pulses. The surgeon guides the probe with high precision under the guidance of an MRI scan, avoiding damage to nearby healthy tissue. The price of ablation of uterine fibroids varies depending on the size of the benign growth.

High-intensity focused ultrasound ablation of Haifa uterine fibroids is an even more advanced method. This approach ensures more efficient destruction of abnormal tissue while maintaining a healthy endometrium. As a result, patients can hope for recovery while maintaining fertility and the ability to carry a child without complications.