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Myomectomy Procedure

Myomectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of uterine fibroids u2014 also known as leiomyomas. These common noncancerous growths are found in the uterus. Uterine fibroids usually develop during childbearing years, but they could happen at any age.<br><br>The surgeon's aim during myomectomy is to take out symptom-causing fibroids and reconstruct the uterus. Unlike a hysterectomy, which removes your complete uterus, a myomectomy removes only the fibroids and leaves your uterus

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Myomectomy Procedure

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  1. Myomectomy Procedure

  2. What is Myomectomy? Myomectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of uterine fibroids — also known as leiomyomas. These common noncancerous growths are found in the uterus. Uterine fibroids usually develop during childbearing years, but they could happen at any age. The surgeon's aim during myomectomy is to take out symptom-causing fibroids and reconstruct the uterus. Unlike a hysterectomy, which removes your complete uterus, a myomectomy removes only the fibroids and leaves your uterus. Women who undergo myomectomy report improvement in fibroid symptoms, including reduced heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pressure.

  3. Why it is done Your doctor may recommend myomectomy for fibroids causing symptoms that are troublesome or interfere with your normal activities. If you require surgery, reasons to choose a myomectomy rather than a hysterectomy for uterine fibroids include: You plan to bear children Your doctor suspects uterine fibroids may be interfering with your fertility You want to keep your uterus

  4. Risks Myomectomy has a low complication rate. However, the procedure poses a unique set of challenges. Risks of myomectomy include: Excessive blood loss Scar tissue Pregnancy or childbirth complications Rare chance of hysterectomy  Rare chance of spreading a cancerous tumor

  5. How you prepare Food and medications You will need to fast — stop eating or drinking anything — in the hours before your surgery. Follow your doctor's recommendation for a certain number of hours. If you are on medications, ask your doctor if you should change your regular medication routine in the days before surgery. Tell your doctor about any over-the-counter medications, vitamins, or other dietary supplements you are taking.

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