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You may have questions about the MyoSure procedure. If that’s the case, read on for answers to some commonly asked questions.

What are fibroids and polyps?

Uterine fibroids are almost always benign (non-cancerous) growths made of the same smooth muscular tissue of the uterus (the myometrium).  When those muscle cells grow abnormally, they can form into a firm rubbery mass that sticks out from the surrounding tissue.

Uterine polyps are bulges of tissue that grow on the uterine lining (endometrium).  Polyps form when the same kind of cells as the lining itself start to grow abnormally.

What is the MyoSure procedure?

The procedure is a hysteroscopic myomectomy or polpectomy - where fibroids and polyps are removed. Typically the procedure is done on an outpatient basis, so you can go home the same day. Your doctor inserts an instrument—the MyoSure hysteroscope—through your vagina, allowing him or her to see inside your uterus to locate the abnormal tissue. A tool—the MyoSure tissue removal device—is inserted through the hysteroscope, which then is used to remove the tissue causing your abnormal bleeding. It's simple and quick. 

Is the MyoSure procedure right for me?

Women with heavy or long-lasting periods caused by fibroids or polyps may be candidates for the MyoSure procedure. Your doctor can decide if the MyoSure procedure is right for you. If your doctor rules out more serious causes of abnormal uterine bleeding, you may be a good candidate for the MyoSure procedure.

What can I expect after the MyoSure procedure?

Immediately after the MyoSure tissue removal procedure, some women may experience some cramping, mild pain, nausea and/or vomiting. Most women can resume normal activities within a few days. Be sure to follow any instructions from your doctor, no matter how good you're feeling. 

When will I know what my menstrual periods will be like after the MyoSure procedure?

Every woman is different. Plan to give your body time to fully heal on the inside and resume its normal cycle. Then, you and your doctor should be able to tell what your cycle and your periods will be like.
 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

The MyoSure® tissue removal system, consisting of the MyoSure tissue removal devices (LITE, REACH, XL) and MyoSure controller, is intended for hysteroscopic intrauterine procedures by trained gynecologists to resect and remove tissue including submucous myomas, endometrial polyps, and retained products of conception. The MyoSure MANUAL hysteroscopic tissue removal device is intended for intrauterine use by a trained gynecologist to hysteroscopically resect and remove tissue, including focal lesions such as endometrial polyps and retained products of conception. MyoSure products are not appropriate for patients who are or may be pregnant, or are exhibiting pelvic infection, cervical malignancies, or previously diagnosed uterine cancer.

For more details on risks and benefits of the MyoSure system, MyoSure MANUAL tissue removal device, MyoSure hysteroscope and the Aquilex® fluid control system, please consult their respective IFUs.


The Fluent® fluid management system is intended to provide liquid distension of the uterus during diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy, and to monitor the volume differential between the irrigation fluid flowing into and out of the uterus while providing drive, control and suction for hysteroscopic morcellators.

The Fluent fluid management system may not be used to introduce fluids into the uterus when hysteroscopy is contraindicated. The system should not be used to remove pathologies from pregnant patients or patients exhibiting pelvic infection, cervical malignancies, or previously diagnosed endometrial cancer. For detailed benefit and risk information, including contraindications relative to endometrial ablation, please consult the Instructions For Use.

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