Division of uterine adhesions (Asherman's syndrome) with the Nd-YAG laser

Br J Obstet Gynaecol. 1989 Jan;96(1):102-4. doi: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.1989.tb01584.x.

Abstract

Two women with Asherman's syndrome after postpartum curettage are presented. The diagnosis was confirmed by hysteroscopy. The adhesions were vaporized under hysteroscopic control, using a Nd-YAG laser (neodymium-yttrium-aluminium-garnet laser). The method was precise, caused minimal thermal injury and resulted in immediate return of regular menstrual cycles. The use of the Nd-YAG laser for Asherman's syndrome warrants further study.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Tissue Adhesions / surgery
  • Uterine Diseases / surgery*