Hysterectomy & alternatives
Myomectomy for problematic fibroids
Myomectomy involves the removal of a
fibroid together with a small portion of the uterus where the fibroid is
attached (uterine resection). The goal of myomectomy is to minimize damage
to the uterine tissue as well as the surrounding organs. It can be performed via
open incision, or via laparoscope or hysteroscope. Each method has its advantages
and limitations, but laparoscopic myomectomy and hysteroscopic myomectomy are less
invasive than open surgery and require far less recovery time.
Myomectomy requires a highly skilled GYN surgeon. In addition, not all fibroid cases
are good candidates for this method. Some women have good success with myomectomy,
but in other, more severe cases, the fibroids return over time. Outcome depends
on the size and position of the fibroids, as well as the expertise of the surgeon.
For more information on causes and natural treatment of fibroids,
see our full article.
For more information about myomectomy for removal of uterine fibroids, visit ob/gyn.net.
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Last Modified Date: 04/20/2011
Principal Authors: Dixie Mills, MD
& Marcy Holmes, Certified Menopause Clinician