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By Mayo Clinic staffEndometrial ablation is a procedure to destroy the endometrium — the lining of your uterus. No incisions are needed for endometrial ablation. Your doctor will insert slender tools through your cervix — the doorway between your vagina and your uterus.
The tools vary, depending on the method used to destroy the endometrium. Some types of endometrial ablation use extreme cold, while other varieties depend on heated fluids, microwave energy or high-energy radiofrequencies.
Some types of endometrial ablation procedures can be done in your doctor's office, while others must be performed in an operating room. Factors such as the size and condition of your uterus will help determine which endometrial ablation method is most appropriate.
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