Description

A myomectomy is a surgical procedure to remove noncancerous growths in the uterus called uterine fibroids. It can help with heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and other symptoms. What's a myomectomy for? To relieve pain and bleeding caused by uterine fibroids To reduce the risk of serious health complications To preserve the uterus and reproductive organs for future pregnancies Who might be a good candidate? Women who have fibroid symptoms and want to have children in the future Women who have heavy bleeding or abdominal pain Types of myomectomy Abdominal myomectomy: A surgical cut is made in the lower abdomen to remove the fibroids Laparoscopic myomectomy: A small incision is made near the belly button and a laparoscope is inserted into the abdomen A surgical procedure to remove fibroids while preserving the uterus Possible complications Bleeding Infection Blood clots Damage to nearby organs Allergic reactions to anesthesia Increased risk of needing a C-section delivery