But by using these new devices you can reduce the need for a repeat procedure by 60 to about 70 percent.

One in eight of these patients, he said, requires a repeat procedure immediately, or bypass surgery.

The sirolimus stents remained open eight months after implantation in all 30 patients, and none experienced a heart attack, needed a repeat procedure or died.

Research has shown that these drug-coated stents can reduce the need for repeat procedures to clear clogged arteries and lower the risk of heart attack.

"They also resulted in less need for repeat procedures to restore blood flow to the heart."

"We will look at whether this should be required in this country - especially in cases where women are asking for repeat procedures."

After an endometrial ablation, younger women are more likely to continue to have periods and need a repeat procedure.

Some women have to have a repeat procedure before both tubal implants are properly placed.

The repeat procedure cost $3,807.78 in hospital fees and $2,800 in physician fees.

One patient in six still had serious reclogging and needed a repeat procedure.