Cervical Stenosis and Uterine Synechiae: Evaluation and Treatment with Interventional Methods

ABSTRACT

This article outlines an innovative technique used to treat cervical stenosis and uterine synechia, problems that have often been treated only by surgical methods. The author stresses that the technique can be and often are used in conjunction with the surgeon as an adjunct to surgical intervention.

KEYWORD

Uterus - synechia - intervention

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