Microwave endometrial ablation (MEATM): a safe technique? Complication data from a prospective series of 1400 cases

Objective To determine the safety of microwave endometrial ablation when used for the treatment of excessive menstrual loss. Design Prospective observational study of all microwave endometrial ablations, describing all the complications associated with this method. Setting A total of 13 gynaecological units in both teaching and general hospitals in the United Kingdom and Canada. Results In 1433 cases there was only one major complication, a small bowel burn, giving an incidence of 0.7/1000. There were few minor complications. Conclusion Microwave endometrial ablation appears to be safer than hysteroscopic methods of endometrial ablation.