Surgery – Miscellaneous – Methods
Reexamination Certificate
2003-12-22
2008-08-05
Lewis, Kim M (Department: 3772)
Surgery
Miscellaneous
Methods
C128S830000, C128S833000, C128S839000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07406969
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method of use or treatment are disclosed for creating intrauterine adhesions resulting in amenorrhea. In particular, the apparatus relates to an easily deployed intrauterine implant that readily and consistently reduces or eliminates abnormal intrauterine bleeding. In addition, the apparatus is also used as a uterine marker device for visualizing endometrial tissue thickness and potential changes. The method of the present invention serves as a supplement to or a replacement for conventional hysterectomy or ablation/resection procedures used to treat menorrhagia.
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