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Thermachoice
Facts about Thermachoice
> This method uses heated fluid to treat the uterine lining
(endometrium) while leaving the rest of the womb
intact and in place. The heating time is 8 minutes and
the whole procedure takes no more than 30 minutes
to complete.
A NEW TREATMENT OPTION FOR
HEAVY MENSTRUAL BLEEDING
> The procedure is quick and does not require
hospitalisation. It is often done as a day care procedure.
> There is no surgical scar, therefore recovery is quick
and often with no or only mild pain. Most women
return to their normal activities in a day or two.
> After a successful treatment, most women will have
little or no menstrual bleeding. Up to 95% of patients
are satisfied and the probability of avoiding a
hysterectomy for up to 6 years after treatment is 86%.
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> 3 out of 4 women treated had reduction of menstrual
pain and cramping.
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> However, it is not for women who are or wish to
become pregnant. It is very important to use highly
effective birth control after the treatment.
> As with all surgery, there can be complications (both
surgical or anaesthetic). These may include bleeding,
tearing or puncturing of the womb and infection.
However, it is reassuring to note that Thermachoice
has the lowest complication rate of any treatment of
its type, especially when compared to removal of the
womb (hysterectomy).
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A Patient’s Guide
A new treatment option for
heavy menstrual bleeding
Thermachoice
More than 1 in 5 women suffer from heavy periods.
The good news is that several effective treatments are
available, and you now have choices that do not require
a major surgery.
> Do not respond to medications or have developed side
effects from it
Thermachoice method uses a balloon placed in the
uterine cavity through the cervix. Hot fluid is circulated
inside the balloon to destroy the endometrium. Therefore,
Thermachoice is a good alternative to hysterectomy for
many women with heavy uterine bleeding who:
> Have completed childbearing and wish to retain their
womb or avoid major surgery Are my periods normal?
Actual size of
GYNECARE THERMACHOICE
balloon when inflated is approximately
the size of a quarter. The balloon conforms
to the unique contours of your body.
The average period lasts 5—7 days. Your menstrual flow
is probably heavy if it:
> Soaks through one or more tampons or napkins
every 1—2 hours
Causes and Treatment
> Lasts longer than seven days
> Has presence of large blood clots or flooding
(soaked through panty or dress or bed sheets)
> Interferes with your regular daily activities
including work, is accompanied by fatigue and
easy tiredness
If you have any of the above, see your doctor to discuss
options for treatment of heavy periods.
There are many causes of abnormal menstrual bleeding.
The most common are:
Fibroids
Endometrial or cervical polyps
Pelvic infections
Endometriosis
Adenomyosis
95% SUCCESS
48%
light
bleeding
24%
normal
periods
Cancer of the cervix/womb (uterus)
Medical illness
5%
heavy
periods
23%
no bleeding
at all
Menstrual flow after Thermachoice treatment,
with an overall success of 95%
In up to 50% of cases, no cause for the bleeding is found.
For many years, removal of the womb (hysterectomy) has
been the main surgical treatment for women with heavy
periods who do not respond to medications.
Fortunately, most heavy menstrual bleeding can now be
easily treated without major surgery in those with no
obvious cause. This method is called Endometrial Ablation
and involves the removal or destruction of the endometrium
(lining of the uterus). There are many types of endometrial
ablation procedures and Thermachoice (Uterine Balloon
Therapy) is one of the most popular methods now.
> Do not have other uterine pathologies such as large
fibroids, polyps and cancer
> Have not reached menopause
Women undergoing this procedure should have had
a recent Pap smear, a diagnostic hysteroscopy and
endometrial biopsy. All these tests should be normal
prior to endometrial ablation.
Recommendations from the National Institute for
Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) (www.nice.org.uk)
guideline on Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (issue date:
January 2007) stated that endometrial ablation should be
considered preferable to hysterectomy for women who
have heavy menstrual bleeding and uterus no bigger
than a 10-week pregnancy.