NovaSure and Other Endometrial Ablation Procedures Linked To Reports of Burns, Other Serious Injuries

Irvin Jackson

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A growing number of women indicate they have experienced problems from endometrial ablation procedures involving Novasure and similar devices, which are designed to decrease menstrual bleeding, but have been linked to reports of severe internal burns, the need for hysterectomies, and even some deaths.

A report published last week by MedPage Today indicates that the FDA has received hundreds of adverse event reports involving endometrial ablation complications over the last decade. In addition, the report found Facebook groups that include thousands of complaints by women who suffered endometrial ablation injuries, including petitions that call for NovaSure class action lawsuits and claims against other medical device manufacturers.

Endometrial ablation devices are used to theoretically decrease menstrual bleeding by inserting a device through the cervix into the uterus, which then uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to burn away the endometrial lining. If that lining is gone, there is significantly less bleeding during menstruation.

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The most well-known of the devices is the NovaSure by Hologic, but there is also the Minerva, the Minitouch, Genesys HTA, Thermablate and Her Option. Another similar device, Johnson & Johnson’s ThermaChoice, has already been removed from the market.

The first NovaSure device hit the market nearly 20 years ago, and Hologic estimates the one device has been involved in about three million procedures.

The devices and procedure have been linked to a condition known as endometrial ablation failure, which is linked to a variety of complications which frequently require the woman to undergo a hysterectomy to resolve, leaving her infertile.

MedPage’s review of the FDA Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database over the last 11 years revealed 1,815 adverse event reports. The most common reported complication was perforations, with 519 reports. That was followed by 222 reports of hysterectomies, 213 reports of infections, 185 reports of burns, and 141 reports of the need for bowel surgery.

In addition, there were reports of sepsis, cardiac arrest or bradycardia, and at least six reports of deaths. Many of the injuries are often classified in the broad category known as thermal bowel injuries.

The number of women who have experienced problems and decided to speak out has been growing over the last several years. One Facebook support group has more than 5,000 members, and there is a petition for a class action lawsuit with 1,700 signatures.

Women often indicate they were advised to try the procedure by the obstetrician/gynecologist but were not fully aware of the risks.

Hologic representatives told MedPage Today that all of the potential adverse events, including the risk of death, are listed in the Instructions For Use. The company says its estimates are that thermal bowel injuries occured in less than 1 in 10,000 cases.

Tags: Burns, Endometrial Ablation, Hologic, Hysterectomy, NovaSure

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Yolanda
Had the novesure ablation that caused me to have a complete hysterectomy
Andrea
RANZCOG lied. RANZCOG are the ultimate butchers to women on mass. Time they all spent time in prison for wrecking thousands of NZ womens lives. There is no Hippocratic oath @ Womens health department in NZ.
Carla
I had the ablation for heavy bleeding. My doctors talked me into it and said it was a happy procedure. April-2023 and three weeks later I started having TWO periods now. I’m now 6 months post opt and I’m still dealing with two periods a month. They want me to go on progesterone to slow down the bleeding but there are side effects that too. They want to have a historectmy now.
Holly
I’m had be tricked and lied to at first stating I had fibroids at least 4 , two the size of Oreo cookies was her exact words. I thought the only relief would be to have them removed and possibly endometriosis ablation to stop the heavy bleeding every month. Had the procedure done August the 18th 2023, to much avail no fibroids were found and she did an ablation anyway because I have adenomyosis as well. The only reason for surgery was to remove the fibroids that Were Misdiagnosed and now has left me with this horrible situation after ablation that was not beneficial to me. My life is in hell right now because I’m anemic and thought I had four fibroids that needed to be removed. The doctor is avoiding me and I have to have iron infusion for my anemia. Something has to be done about this because I could live with heavy periods, I was told I had fibroids that started this mess and they didn’t exist. Always get a second opinion and not listen to the first thing they tell you. I need help ..
Crystal
I had the novasure procedure done only to still have heavy bleeding, then the blood would get trapped in my uterus folds and cause an foul smell, the pain was 100 times worse to the point of being bent over in pain, and ended up having to get a partial hysterectomy at a early age and throwing me into menopause also at an early age. Went from one extreme to another extreme in regards to the symptoms from the surgery and after effects/symptoms to menopause symptoms. The procedure really just made things worse.
Lisa
I had Nova sure ablation done in 2009, the pain was unbelievable, I still bled very heavily, and was told that if I got pregnant I would die, yet my gynecologist never tied my tubes, or gave me any birth control. I suffered in pain for 2 years, only to be told I had to have a hysterectomy in 2011! That Nova sure put me through mental and physical pain, I would have never got this procedure done had I known how much pain I went through.
Emily
I had the Novasure ablation in 2012. For several years, I felt like it was great. My heavy periods had slowed down to normal. Somewhere around 2018, I started having severe constipation, bloating and abdominal/pelvic pain. It hurt all of the time but was worse when I had my cycle. In 2020, I was on my cycle and was doubled over in pain on my right side at work. Turns out I had endometriomas with bleeding in my right ovary, severe endometriosis and hematosalpinx (bleeding in my right tube). I have read all of that can be caused by the ablation. I just recently had surgery to remove my right ovary, right fallopian tube and clean up endometriosis. I have had two cycles since the surgery and both have still been painful because I have scar tissue on my cervix and in my uterus. I am going to try hysteroscopic scar removal before resorting to a hysterectomy. I was not informed that it could cause all of these painful issues. If I would have known what I know now, I would have never had this procedure. I would go as far as to say it has ruined my life. I truly believe this procedure should be taken off the market!
Randi
I had an ablation done back in 2020 of May 2020 and everything seemed to be fine for the first year and then after the first year I started to get these horrific cramps I felt like a grizzly bear with tearing me apart down there I would have rather went through Labor 800 times in this I would get dizzy start sweating throwing up because the pain was so excruciating I had to take pain pills I had to have a heating pad on my stomach 24 hours a day until they stopped which were anywhere from 3 to 7 days long I have a bilateral Mass inside my pelvis cavity now I have uterine masses that were not there before this ablation doctor said it was not cancerous I don’t bleed but I have brown discharge at the time of the pain and it is so excruciating I cannot even get off the bed for days at a time and I truly believe it’s because of ablation and I was never told that this could happen I was never told that this could happen I told him my doctor to give me a hysterectomy just keep my ovaries and just take my uterus and all the other junk and he said it wasn’t warranted for my situation and that this is the perfect solution to my problem and I also wasn’t told that I wasn’t able to have children after the ablation which is why I opted to go for the ablation because he said first of all I couldn’t have the other one but that I maybe wanted to have another child and now I will never be able to even have that the pain is so excruciating and it almost seemed like if I could just get that little brown blood to come out it would alleviate some of the pain and now I live in constant fear of when my cycle is going to start I never have a period but every single month when my cycle is supposed to start I am in fear I’m terrified of this pain because I know how bad it’s going to hurt and I know how long it’s going to last and I am terrified I’m traumatized traumatized
Anel
I had the novasure ablation in 2010 I had my uterus perforated I ended up going into septic shock and almost lost my life after spending a week in the hospital fighting for my life to get home to my kids whom I am a single mother I had severe pelvic pain I was told by 3 different doctors I had to have a hysterectomy the last doctor told me not to do it because I had scar tissue and adhesions and I could hemorrhage to death I already almost lost my life she recommended living with the chronic pain which I have been doing until this day . I still have ptsd and have chronic pain
Sam
I had an endometrial ablation January of 2023. February 13th, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, 12 hours in the trauma room, and ICU for massive hemorrhaging. I went into hemorrhagic shock, and had to have an emergency hysterectomy, and lost OVER 35 percent of the blood in my body (over three times the amount of a typical blood donation). I spent a week in the hospital unable to see my children, work, I couldn’t even walk if I wanted to. Myself, kids, and partner are still dealing with the emotional and mental pain even 3 months later. Also dealing with having to balance vitamins, nutrient, and hormones after this event. The ablation procedure was supposed to be effective, safe, and be helpful, it was hurtful in every way possible. This event was most definitely not listed in the brochure as a possibility, as I have read the brochure back to back before I agreed to having an ablation. Dealing with the after math has been excruciating.
Kristy
Had the ablation almost 2 years ago for heavy bleeding. I was told at post op appt that they determined it was due to adenomyosis while they were conducting the procedure. I was informed at that time that the ablation would not fix the problem. At my last annual in 2/2023 I reported pain with no bleeding. She informed me that I will probably need a hysterectomy if the pain gets worse. Why wait if they are aware of these complications? Thanks to these stories I will be seeking a second opinion.
Kajean
I am 44 and a post-op RNY gastric bypass patient, which has left me anemic and needing bi-annual injections. My OBGYN recently recommended the NovaSure procedure to me. She made it sound like a simple 5-minute procedure that would rid me of heavy periods and help with my anemia. I was happy to hear of such a simple solution to my problem. I started dialing the number to schedule the appointment when the thought popped into my head to research it more first so I hung up and went to google where I found this page. Thank God I did. You all saved me from making a big mistake! I am so sorry you are all suffering so much and thank you for sharing your stories. The doctors did the same thing when they sold me on having gastric bypass surgery. They made it sound like it would be impossible to lose the weight on my own and that getting the surgery would be the best way for me to lose weight and keep it off. Now 19 years later I had my gall bladder removed and had an incisional hernia repaired with meshing that may have been recalled or no longer used due to complications. I am now anemic and have lost 4 teeth due to malnourishment despite drinking shakes and taking supplements. I still have gastrointestinal pain/issues, cannot maintain my protein levels, have become hypoglycemic, and am now experiencing weight gain as I enter menopause, which is popping out a tummy tuck.
Danielle
Novasure 2017 Hospitalized 2019 Fluid buildup Almost died
Bea
I am trying to find more information on the heat effects from the ablation. Mine was 2010 and I had a severe infection afterwards. It didn’t relieve the abnormal bleeding although it was lighter. In 2017 I had to have a hysterectomy due to ovarian cysts and severe pain. During the hysterectomy, the dr discovered my organs were stuck to the uterus and my bladder ended up torn. I have some damage in the ureter from the surgery as well. I am having issues with extreme tightness of muscles in my abdomen and hips and am wondering if this ablation and hysterectomy has caused it. I can’t seem to get relief.
Tina
Update* I am positive that my organ prolapses have came from having the ablation. Now I need a hysterectomy as well as prolapse surgery. I wouldn’t recommend anyone have this procedure done. Ever!
Christina
I had a 3 c sections 2001, 2005, and 2007 along with tubal ligation. In 2019 I had Novasure (GYN Recommended) for heavy periods and cramping. I was in terrible pain after the procedure but it did subside. Unfortunately the heavy periods did not stop and eventually my periods became worse but with horrible cramping with near fainting, dizziness, and nausea. In 2020 i started to develop a number of issues including being diagnosed bipolar 1, ADHD, heart arrhythmia/palpitaions, inflammatory arthritis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia. In March of 2022, I was diagnosed with a large uterine fibriod which needed removal. Upon surgery my Dr saw my left ovary was contorted and needed removal. He also had removed some scar tissue that had built up and informed me that I was having uterine/abdominal adhesions. My periods still persisted with extreme cramping. For the past few months they have been light to mid (sometimes only streaks of brown mucus) and only lasts for about 2 to 5 days where it stops and starts. If I put a tampon in I stop bleeding completely. For the past 2 months Nov and Dec 2022 I have been having bloating, gas, constipation, no appetite, weight gain, hair loss, extreme mood swings. My depression is the worst it has ever been in my entire life. My general practiioner kept telling me it was gastric related but it just felt off to me. I never had gastro issues ever in my life. Fast forward to today…I am currently admitted to the hospital 1/2023 for severe pains in lower right quadrant pain. I thought my appendix had burst. Tests confirmed I have fluid in the endometrial cavity, a large hemmoragic cyst on R ovary, 3 fibroids in the uterus, and lastly a TOA of R fallopian tube. Prior to the admittance to the hospital my Dr tried to perform an endometrial biopsy but could not get into the cervix. The pain was excruciated and the hole is tightly closed. I am being treated with IV antibiotics but still in pain. I need surgery but think I will have to get the full hysterectomy now with all the issues and don’t want to end up having more surgeries if one fails again. I am 42 years old soon to be 43. I believe Novasure started this cascade of serious health and emotional side effects. Please I pray no woman has this procedure ever. It has sucked all the life out of me!
Jody
I had an ablation done in July. The bleeding didnt stop until mid September. And Oct & Nov I had a period. Started again around Dec 10th and I’ve been bleeding off and on ever since. Yesterday, Christmas day, I spent the entire day in excruciating pain. I even took the pain pills they prescribed after the ablation and they didn’t work. Finally around 730 I started bleeding ALLOT which relieved the pain. I am bleeding off and on now. Woke up this morning with no pain but I can now feel mild cramping, which is how it started yesterday. I never really had painful periods. I had an issue with heavy bleeding that would not stop and made me anemic. This was the worst pain I ever had, I had 2c sections so I can’t compare to labor. I knew there was a chance it wouldn’t work and I’d continue bleeding, but I was not told about the excruciating pain.
Serenia
I have been going through this for 12 years. Heavy periods and big blood clots that cause serious pain. Nothing helps to releave the pain until they pass. Doc said I would be fine and that’s normal. It’s not normal.
Margaret
I had 2 C Sections in, 1999 & 2004. Last child born 2004 with tubal ligation at that time. 14 years later at age 45 I began having extra heavy large clotted periods. My Hemoglobin and iron levels were getting affected. At that time my Gynecologist recommended the nova sure ablation. All has been great until a month or 2 ago. I began having pinkish red and chunks of brown discharge. Severe pain in my left ovary area. Going to my Dr. today to get scans ordered and make sure no cysts, fibroids, tumors or pocketing blood under scarring. Thanks to all you ladies for posting on here. Lord help us all!
Shannon
I had ablation many years ago and it was possibly the most painful experience I’ve had. It didn’t work and I ended up with a reconstructive surgery because scar tissue developed which prevented the blood in my uterus from being able to exit, resulting in more pain, every month. I was unable to work the menstrual pain was so bad after the novasure procedure. Ultimately I ended up with a hysterectomy. I know it works for some people but I don’t think I was given anything other than an alprazolam and Tylenol for the procedure, it was brutal. I remember there being a nurse who was basically there to hold my hand and talk me through the pain. Would never recommend it to anyone. It cost time and medical bills for surgery to fix what it did to my uterus. 0 out of 10
Kim
Wow! I just read a few stories. Sorry that so many are having problems. Everyone reacts differently to surgeries. This surgery has been a blessing to me. Had endometrial ablation 2007 and haven’t had any problems. Heavy bleeding and cramps every month!!! Always had accidents was so embarrassing. Prayers to All.
Tina
At first the ablation was heaven sent. Until it wasn’t anymore. I’ve lost all feeling in my outer abdomen. You could stab me and I feel absolutely nothing on the outside. Doctor says it can’t be from the ablation. I disagree because before I had it done, I had feeling!!! I also lost ALL muscles. I cannot even push a bowel movement out! Having no feeling on the outside is bad, but having feeling on the inside is worse. I always hurt! I feel like I’m being twisted in half. Nothing helps. I had no idea exactly how much they burn you when performing this procedure. All I knew at the time was I needed to stop bleeding! I went through years of wearing pads and kotex that would leak through within seconds of putting them on. I bled so much that my ferritin level stayed at around 4 even after infusions! I was desperate for any relief. I was promised that this procedure was what I needed. Now here I am with inner pain that won’t stop, no feeling in my abdominal area, no muscle tone (my abdoninal wall is shot), and now I am dealing with multi organ prolapse. No one can convince me that all this isn’t related to the ablation. I cannot describe to you the pain that I endure. Its changed my life, and not for the better! I want woman to do their research and don’t feel pressured into this procedure. Don’t think that this will be your saving grace! It may be exactly what you need, but honestly I wouldn’t recommend this to my worst enemy.
Yvette
April the same thing happened to me and a year later i was forced to have a hysterectomy i almost died twice after the surgery
Amy
Women are being lied to, I was told when I agreed to do this procedure that ablation failure meant symptoms could return or persist. Neither the surgeon or that bs pamphlet I got mentioned having symptoms worsening to the point where I would not be able to eat/sleep or even walk for several days every month. Both me and my daughter are suffering as I cannot care for her during this time. I have no time off from work anymore so I just do not get paid. Additionally I was told I was not a candidate for hysterectomy when in fact the opposite should have been true. I have since been diagnosed with endometriosis and potential adenomyosis, which does NOT make me a candidate for ablation but rather hysterectomy which is unavoidable now.
Bonnessia
It was the worst thing I ever did getting an ablation it led to two more surgeries one having a sister move plus ultrasounds his doctor fees x-rays scans and then I ended up my uterus being the size of a football having to have a hysterectomy they cut me for the robot but ended up having to do a C-section cut because the uterus was so big I would never ever recommend an ablation for anyone.now I have bowel problems and believe this because ablation.
Lori
Had the procedure many years ago. No problems after surgery. Had some breakthrough bleeding several years ago and was told my uterine lining was too thick. Gyno tried to do a biopsy in the office and couldn’t get through because my uterus was fully fused. She then tried to do it surgically. Still couldn’t get through. After a hormone test she determined I hadn’t gone through menopause yet so the uterine lining was the correct thickness and said I could have a hysterectomy if i wanted but really no need. Now years later I’m having cramps and will see doc again. Praying it’s fixable. I will probably need a hysterectomy now at 63.
Deana
Please update to show accurate signature counts. More and more women are signing due to failure of ablation and experiencing horrible side effects post ablation. Let’s face it health insurance and cost of health care is not getting any cheaper. Most women can’t work because they can’t be productive at work due to dealing with the side effects. All of these women need financial and physical help before they bleed out. No person should have to choose to save money for additional medical expenses over feeding themselves and children.
April
My ob of 15 years (whom I trusted) convinced me to have the Novasure procedure done in 2015 although I had never had any menstrual problems at all. It was presented to me as “the new simple in office procedure woman were having to rid them of their periods since they were done having children”!!! He worked me for about a year before he finally convinced me to do it. 6 months later the excruciating pain started, which brought me to the ER every single month for what seemed like forever. The story goes on and her I am 7 years later still suffering from this horrible experience. I have ptsd and trust absolutely no one. I REFUSE to have a hysterectomy or go on hormones. I will do whatever it takes to make this OB pay for what he did. This procedure is barbaric! Something needs to be done! We need to be heard!!!
Suzette
I had this procedure performed back in 2006 when it was still in its infancy. I ended up having my bowels perforated and almost ended up with a colostomy bag. I needed to have my bowels bisected and then sewn back together. Had I known back then what I know now I would never had it performed. I later had to have a TAHBSO as the Novasure never stopped my period at all. It came back 2 weeks after the procedure. I now have a scar from my belly button to my c-section scar all for what? I currently work in an OBGYN office and when I hear that other people want to have this procedure performed I cringe. There needs to be something for all of us women who have suffered from this procedure.
Laura
I had the NovaSure endometrial ablation procedure in late July of 2021 to remedy menorrhagia. On Labor Day Weekend I was convinced my appendix had ruptured because lower right pelvic pain would not relent. I went to the emergency room and was admitted to drain a 7 cm tubo-ovarian abscess and treat a subsequent infection. I missed two weeks of work as a kindergarten teacher in a well-respected school district. The pelvic pain continued and progressed to intolerable again in early November. Again, I visited the emergency room where scans showed complex ovarian and uterine cysts. My gynecologist suggested a bilateral salpingectomy (removal of both Fallopian tubes). The stress of missing so much time out of the classroom and the domino-effect it had on my colleagues’ workload forced me to resign from a career I love. My surgery was not successful. Only one tube could be removed due to scar tissue and adhesions on my other side. My gynecologist advised that my pain stemmed from gastrointestinal organs, not reproductive. CT scans showed no gastrointestinal issues. In late January of 2022 I visited the emergency room again. I could not stand upright and the only relief from the pain was to groan loudly. I did not recognize myself. ER visit this time showed the same cysts, though larger. My gynecologist again stated that there was no reason she could surmise that any of my reproductive organs caused my cyclic pelvic pain. Five weeks later, March 2022, again the pain and an emergency room visit. Cysts had increased in size. My abdomen was bloated and distended in the middle and measured 35 inches at the outermost point. I’m five foot two inches tall, 110 pounds with a waist measurement that varies between 24 and 26 inches. My gynecologist again said nothing was wrong. I asked the P.A. on call in the emergency room for a referral to a new gynecologist within the hospital system. That week I met with the new doctor who diagnosed me with post-ablation tubal sterilization syndrome. She recommended a full hysterectomy as the best course of action to diminish pain. At age fifty, fortunately I do not have the additional burden of fertility loss, so I am ready for it. Unfortunately, because there is so much scar tissue and pelvic adhesions, I had to be referred to a specialist for the surgery. Now I await approval from her after she reviews my history, to determine if she’ll perform the surgery. This weekend I’ve reached out to friends and past acquaintances who have medical connections of any kind for recommendations. I don’t want to feel embarrassed about my need. Why should I? Were it not for the uterus, ovaries, and Fallopian tubes, how would life go on? In summary, if you can avoid the NovaSure endometrial ablation procedure, avoid it.
Keisha
This surgery alone is DEATH!If u don’t get the proper help in time I’m 31 years old had the surgery in 2021 couple months later I was having all types of symptoms!i had to have a hysterectomy November 2021!it should be a way we could get a law suit for this!!!this mess ruined my life!!every time I read somebody story I cry!!i wish I could get on live television and speak about this(I PRAY WE ALL GET THROUGH THIS NIGHTMARE
Melissa
I had an ablation over 15 years ago. Just a few months ago I started having severe pain in my lower abdominal region. I had a mri done and it found a sac of fluid in my endometrial canal. I had surgery to have it removed. During the surgery it was discovered that my bladder and uterus were adhered to my bowel! So my obgyn closed me up ( he couldnt do the removal without a gi surgeon )and now I am scheduled for a second surgery this month. I am in so much pain. Honestly I feel like I am in labor. Sharp shooting pain and can’t urinate without pain! It feels like my pelvic floor is being ripped apart. My husband and I haven’t been able to be intimate in over 6 months! I haven’t been able to work or have any kind of life. I f I would have known that this was going to happen I would of NEVER had this procedure. Biggest mistake of my life!!!
April
I had the novasure procedure done 12 years ago. 3 years ago started having pain in my right pelvic area and back. 2 weeks out of the month I’m in unbearable pain. Found a great gyno who knew exactly what was wrong with me. Cells were stuck behind the scar tissue and my body wants to get rid of it every month. Scheduled for a hysterectomy in February. Why are the still doing full ablation knowing the scar tissue makes it harder to detect cancer and all the other issues that come with it.
Gina
I was sold NovaSure as a the best option for heavy periods. I was thrown into menopause like symptoms within 6-8 weeks of the procedure. Sore joints, especially pelvis and low back. Libido has gone. Sensitive bladder and constantly bloated. I have gone from 47 to 87 within weeks of the procedure! I did not know it can mask cervical cancer and other issues. I would NEVER had this procedure if I knew how I would feel after. I would of lived with the heavy bleeding and pain.
Linda
Had novasure ablation placed in 2013 and the problems started a month later. It took 3 years for a GYN to confirm it was the ablation.
Yolanda
I had the novasure that resulted in a full hysterectomy after the blood bust through glad I was in the hospital had to go every month because of the pain
Lauren
I had a Tubal Ligation in 2009, and had an Endometrial Ablation in 2017. Literally a few days ago, I woke up to extreme cramping and brown blood (smells like copper) and I can’t get any relief! My OB/GYN told me the EA procedure was minimally invasive and would rid me of periods and cramping. I had NO idea of the fact the EA barely lasts 5 years, and I had NO idea that I would be in so much pain from this. I can’t afford surgery/hysterectomy, so I don’t know what to do. Please help! This is ruining my quality of life!
Jessica
I had a Novasure ablation in Dec.2020. By January 14th I was going in for a hysterectomy because the ablation failed. Caused pain to the point where I couldn’t walk. I have a high tolerance to pain but this was horrible. As of today I still have pain and discomfort,sex is painful even. Yet,I’m stuck paying the bills for both surgeries. This is unacceptable and needs to be stopped!
Ashley
I had an the novasure ablation 12/13/98. On 12/14/98 I started having flu like symptoms 12/14/98. Then after symptoms increased went to walk-in er. They weren’t sure what was going on, started antibiotics and vaso pressers. Transferred to main hospital er. Diagnosed with sepsis, toxi shock, strep A. 12/18 had an emergency hysterectomy due to abdominal compartment syndrome , several attempts to close over several days. Had to be transferred to another hospital. Several surgeries later. Spent 2 weeks in icu, 5 days on regular floor., rehab, home care and eventually. Amputation of my feet and partial amputation for fingers.
kimberly
Had an ablation for heavy periods, several months of pain I found out that I had developed blocked tubes(previous tubeligation 19 years ago) – had those removed and within 8 months more pain – resulting in hysterectomy and now having severe endometriosis – at 45.. never have i had any of these issue’s before the ablation. It has been a nighmare.
S
I had this procedure in Feb of 2012 .It was outpatient was sent home two days later I woke up in the hospital, I was then taken to another hospital and some time later woke up from a coma had dyalis spent a month in the hospital. Was told I had sepsis and had to have emergency surgery for hysterectomy and needed at home nurse care for IV antibiotics. This doctor and this procedure ruined my life. I have no children and have had to have surgery because of tumors and mesh adhesions that grow rampant throughout my midsection. I live in constant pain.Worst decision of my life!
Misty
Had my tubal ligation done after my youngest daughter was born in 2006 . I had the nova sure ablation done in 2014 to reduce the heavy bleeding . Since then everything was fine until last year when i stated having very severe debilitating cramps every month. But I wasn’t bleeding .. I even lost my job because I wasn’t able to come into work due to the pain I was in .
D
Would be great if a very large law firm would contact me as I am the admin for the largest group on Facebook. 10K and growing strong. This does not include those women who went on to having a hysterectomy and other corrective surgeries and chosen to put this abomination behind them. NovaSure & Other Endometrial Ablation Procedures Info & Support is the name of the FB group. You have my email.
Martha
Has anyone had to have their cervix cut open due to scar tissue from ablation? I had to have it done afterwards a year or two later due my period starting again with severe cramping.
Kim
I had the ablation in 2018 due to severe anemia thought to be due to heavy periods. My doc talked me out of hysterectomy & I didn’t really want one either at age 47, so he combined ablation with tubal ligation. This past year I’ve had multiple problems seemingly unrelated. Monthly severe pain worse than labor! Lower right side to my back. trips to ER for appendicitis, gall bladder etc all negative. Just came across these stories and WOW. I had no idea. All almost exact same symptoms.
Christina
Worse experience pain daily struggle since which has landed me on the wait list for hysterectomy
Delia
I was not informed by the physician that performed ablation of the after affects or long term affects of this procedure. 12yrs post op and 4 yrs into post op I started having extremely severe cyclic pain which is now accompanied by chronic pain of the same magnitude. I’m in need of…and have been…for a hysterectomy and I have been denied.
Joyce
My results were perfect as far as no bleeding at all. Barely even spotted immediately after procedure. Having the procedure did throw me into early menopause and has contributed to osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, other skeletal and emotional issues from the hormonal changes it caused. Your body needs to go through the monthly process until it decides it’s done. I had the procedure done at 43. I’m 58, was forced to go on disability (was nowhere near ready for basically early retirement) and live in horrific pain. Have had major back surgery for scoliosis and to fuse vertebrae damaged from osteoarthritis, etc. Don’t do it for these reasons.
Kerry
2015, talked out of a hysterectomy and advised to have tubal litigation and ablation. No side affects discussed and at first it seemed to be ok despite when I woke up after anaesthetic i can remember the pain killers in hospital did very little for the pain . A few days later I recall feeling something pop inside and horrific back pains started. However back then I did not link this with the procedures I had done. Many visits to A & E, waste of time, many visits to Gp surgery. Eventually a fabulous female doctor listened and sent me for a colonoscopy and ultra sound. Our findings were difficult to diagnose as the pain is in the bladder, like a knife being plunged and turned. A stinging sensation like a raw burn. Stabbing up my back passage. Labour like pain in my ovaries, sometimes one sided and sometimes both. A severe bad back that’s been there for almost 4 years!!!! When my bladder is full I have a surge in the intensity of the pain that eases slightly on passing urine. More visits to A & E , 10 weeks ago to be told learn to live with the pain and take paracetamol !!! My GP sent me for ovarian cancer blood test as the symptoms sound very similar to ovarian cancer. Thankfully this was ok. My ultra sound showed either cysts on my ovaries or possible fibroid. Then I paid private to see the original consultant who performed the operations in 2015. He suspects possible PATSS. Arranged an MRI scan for Dec 5 th 2020 on the NHS, very let down and disappointed when I went for results on Dec 17 th to be told, no WiFi connection, no notes, no scan results. He told me he would see me early January and now I’ve received a letter for a telephone appointment for Feb 11 th. today’s update, I’ve just called his secretary to be told he’s going on annual leave on the date of my next appointment !!! Booked me in an earlier appointment but told it may get rescheduled due to covid. My question is, do we have to await a fatality before there’s anything done about this horrific agonising, stressful situation that we are all finding ourselves in , no where to turn and no answers!!!! My pain is getting worse and barely leaves me now my anxiety is through the roof knowing there’s something serious going on to be in such debilitating pain !!! Please help us !!!
Ashleigh
Worst thing that I ever had done. Was not properly informed of the risks from novasure ablation. It’s been 2 years next month and I was told my cervix is completely scared over and I have a big sac of period blood that is trapped behind the scar tissue. I was too young for this! I am devastated. Hysterectomy here I come!
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