Endometrial Ablations

Hysterectomy may not be the best option for everyone. In some cases, a less invasive procedure is a better choice. Our physicians also specialize in a procedure known as an "endometrial ablation" using the Gynecare Thermachoice.

Endometrial ablation with THERMACHOICE is an option for premenopausal women who have completed childbearing. It can be performed in a physician’s office using a local anesthetic. During the treatment a balloon catheter is inserted into the uterus and inflated with a small amount of sterile fluid that is heated for eight minutes to break down the uterine lining. When the treatment cycle is completed, all the fluid is withdrawn from the balloon and the catheter is removed. Nothing stays in the uterus. The uterine lining has been treated and will slough off like a period in the next seven to 10 days.

We are proud to announce that we are the only practice in Upstate South Carolina to offer this innovative procedure in our office.

Treats heavy and painful periods without the need for a hysterectomy
8 minute procedure performed in the office or operating room
Almost no discomfort and no need for general anesthesia
Requires no incisions
Less than 48 hour recovery time
Greater than 90% satisfaction rate
One time procedure
Permanently destroys the lining of the uterus
No need for hormone replacement therapy
One out of 3 patients will experience no more periods after procedure
Learn more about endometrial ablations

Patient Experience

Cheryl L. from Spartanburg: "I didn't know that endometrial ablation was an option until Dr. Giep told me about it. What I liked the best was that I didn't have to have major surgery and I wouldn't have to be put asleep. I had my procedure performed in October of 2006 and haven't had a period this past year!"

Information provided by Gynecare.

The Robotic Surgery Center of the Carolinas is branch of Spartanburg & Pelham ObGyn, P.A.