Re: What is the difference between a rollerball and a laser ablation?
From: jwang,MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 31 Jul 2000 20:22:49 -0500 (CDT)
The rollerball ablation uses a ball or barrel shaped probe that has an
electrical current pass through it into the endometrial lining, causing
scarring. The lase ablation uses a fiberoptic laser - the tip of the
laser is directly applied to the lining. I have found teh roller barrel
to give the best results. The laser is more high tech, but I don't feel
that is gives as even scarring of the lining.
At Mon, 31 Jul 2000, Debbie wrote:
>
>Hello,
>
>Just wondering, is there a difference between a rollerball and a laser
>ablation? I have been searching for this info and have not yet found a
>thing. I had the balloon, and may have another one done since I am not
>satisfied with the results, and this time I want to make darn sure I do
>it the best way there is to have it done as I found out after the
>balloon that a rollerball is much more effective, and talking to woman
>on my site that had a rollerball..they have the best results...no more
>bleeding...well, one lady had 3 days of spotting...I will take that over
>these long cycles I still get after a balloon.
>
>TIA;)
--
J Wang, M.D
Assitant Clinical Prof.
Tufts University School of Medicine
>**Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only
>and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship.
>This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to
>consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options
>and/or interventions.>
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