Sonata FAQ
What are uterine fibroids?
Uterine fibroids are non – cancerous (benign) growths in or around the uterus. The vast majority of women in the United States will have fibroids by the age of 50.
What is the Sonata Treatment?
The Sonata Treatment is an incisionless treatment option for women with symptomatic uterine fibroids. It is an outpatient procedure in the United States. The technical term for the procedure is Transcervical Fibroid Ablation (TFA).
How is the Sonata Treatment performed?
The Sonata handpiece is inserted by the doctor through the vagina and into the uterus. Radiofrequency energy is delivered to the fibroid, causing it to shrink over time and relieve symptoms. The procedure typically takes less than one hour, depending on the number and size of fibroids treated.
What are the typical results?
In a clinical study, 86% of women experienced a reduction in heavy menstrual bleeding within 3 months.
Is the Sonata Treatment covered by my insurance?
Most insurance plans require pre-authorization for the Sonata Treatment. The Sonata Authorization Support Team will work directly with your insurance company to educate and advocate on your behalf. If your doctor recommends the Sonata Treatment, and you have specific questions about your health plan, you can contact the Sonata Authorization Support Team at (877) 590-0389
Am I a good candidate for the procedure?
The Sonata Treatment is an appropriate option for many women with symptomatic uterine fibroids.
You may be a candidate if your period:
- Lasts longer than 7 days and / or is heavy
- Affects your work and daily activities
The Sonata Treatment is not appropriate for women who have:
- Current pregnancy
- Intratubal implant
- Active pelvic infection
- Suspected gynecologic cancer
Important Safety Information: The Sonata System is intended for diagnostic intrauterine imaging and transcervical treatment of symptomatic uterine fibroids, including those associated with heavy menstrual bleeding. Common Side Effects include bleeding, spotting, cramping, post-ablation inflammatory symptoms, and/or discharge. As with any procedure, there are potential risks with this treatment such as skin burn and uterine perforation. Women who are pregnant, have a pelvic infection, are known to have gynecologic cancer, or have intratubal implants for sterilization should not have this procedure.