NovaSure Endometrial Ablation (EA) is a quick procedure for premenopausal women that have heavy periods for benign reasons that have finished childbearing.

Some estimates suggest heavy menstrual bleeding affects 20% of women

The benefits of the NovaSure procedure:

• No pills or hormonal side effects
• One-time procedure
• Quick procedure that usually takes less than five minutes
• Most women experience mild or no pain during or after the procedure
• No incisions 

 

The NovaSure procedure works by permanently removing the endometrium (inner lining of the uterus) using quick delivery of radio frequency energy. You may not be a good candidate for Novasure if you wish to still have children in the future. Most women recover quickly and resume normal daily activities within 24 hours or so.  However Immediately after the procedure you may experience some cramping, mild pain, nausea, and/or vomiting.