returned to work within 2 days2^
What is Mara?
The Mara Water Vapor Ablation System provides an endometrial ablation treatment that uses natural water vapor to reduce your heavy periods. This two-minute treatment* can be performed conveniently in your doctor’s office without incisions or the need for general anesthesia.
*The water vapor treatment takes 2 minutes, as part of an approximate 4-minute procedure. Total time in office may vary and will include preparation and post-procedure observation.
How does Mara work?
- Mara uses natural water vapor to gently treat the lining of the uterus, which is the source of heavy menstrual bleeding in women who have not reached menopause. When treated, it can no longer regrow to cause heavy monthly bleeding.
- Mara is only for women who no longer want to become pregnant in the future.
- The water vapor treatment takes 2 minutes, as part of a 4-minute total procedure.
- Automated SmartSeal™ safety features ensure uterine cavity sealing and IntegrityPro™ provides cervical temperature monitoring.
The Mara Water Vapor Ablation System is indicated to ablate the endometrial lining of the uterus in premenopausal women with menorrhagia due to benign causes for whom childbearing is complete.
How will Mara impact my life?
Women experienced significant improvement in quality of life
and satisfaction after treatment with Mara.2
experienced an improvement in quality of life3^
had an improvement in their sex life2*
said their painful periods decreased2†
would recommend Mara to a friend2
^ Based on patient reported Menorrhagia Impact Questionnaire (MIQ) scores
* Of women whose periods affected their sex life.
† Of women who experienced menstrual cramping before Mara.
◊ Patient results may vary.
Indication for Use
The Mara Water Vapor Ablation System is indicated to ablate the endometrial lining of the uterus in premenopausal women with menorrhagia (excessive uterine bleeding) due to benign causes for whom childbearing is complete.
Important Safety Information
Mara Water Vapor Ablation System is indicated to ablate the endometrial lining of the uterus in premenopausal women with menorrhagia due to benign causes for whom childbearing is complete. Pregnancy following the Mara procedure can be dangerous. The Mara procedure is contraindicated for those who have suspected uterine cancer, pre-malignant conditions of the endometrium, endometrial hyperplasia, prior classical cesarean section, transmural myomectomy (including myomectomy performed immediately prior to Mara procedure), taking medications that thin the uterine muscle, uterine length <6cm, prior endometrial ablation, active genital or urinary tract infection, PID, or systemic bacterial infection, IUD currently in place, suspected hydrosalpinx or undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding. Mara is not a sterilization procedure. Rare but serious risks include, but are not limited to, perforation, infection, thermal injury, and serious complications in future pregnancies. Temporary side effects may include cramping, nausea, abdominal pain and distension, vomiting, vaginal infection, and endometritis. Inform patients to contact you if they experience a possible side effect related to Mara. For detailed benefit and risk information, please consult the IFU.
References
- The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. FAQ June 2016.
- Mara Water Vapor Ablation System Patient Labeling.
- Levie MD, Chudnoff SG. A Prospective, Multicenter, Pivotal Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of the AEGEA Vapor Endometrial Ablation System. J Minim Invas Gynecol. May/June 2019; 26(4); 679-87.