ABSTRACT
The NovaSure™ System consists of a disposable ablation device, portable RF controller, desiccant, foot switch, and power cord (Figure 1). The disposable device consists of a single-patient use, conformable bipolar electrode array mounted on an expandable frame (Figure 2). The 7.2 mm diameter device is inserted trans-cervically into the uterine cavity. The protective sheath is then retracted to allow the bipolar electrode array to be deployed and conform to the uterine cavity. The electrode array consists of a gold-plated, porous fabric mesh through which steam and moisture are continuously suctioned as tissue is desiccated.
