Endometrial Ablation
Risks
Problems that can happen during endometrial ablation include:
- Accidental puncture (perforation) of the uterus.
- Burns (thermal injury) to the uterus or the surface of the bowel.
- Buildup of fluid in the lungs (Reference pulmonary edema Opens New Window).
- Sudden blockage of arterial blood flow within the lung (Reference pulmonary embolism Opens New Window).
- Tearing of the opening of the uterus (cervical laceration).
These problems are uncommon but can be severe.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: January 27, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
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