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Hysterectomy (partial or full removal of the uterus) is a common alternative to myomectomy. The most frequent reason for hysterectomy in the United States is to remove fibroid tumors, accounting for 30% of all hysterectomies.
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What questions should the patient ask the doctor about myomectomy?
Why is a myomectomy being recommended?How many myomectomies do you perform a year?What type of myomectomy will be performed?What are the risks if I decide against the myomectomy?What alternatives to myomectomy are available to me?
What are some good journal sources of information on myomectomy?
AmIndman, Paul D. "Myomectomy: Removal of Uterine Fibroids." All About Myomectomy. 2002 [cited March 14, 2003]. Toaff, Michael E. "Myomectomy." Alternatives to Hysterectomy Page [cited March 14, 2003].
What is the procedure and instruments for myomectomy?
Myomectomy instruments
What is the root word in myomectomy?
The root word of myomectomy is myoma. A myomectomy is the surgical removal of a myoma, or the excision of a fibroid tumor from the uterus.
What are the chances of having twins after a myomectomy?
Myomectomy alone wouldn't change the likelihood of conceiving twins.
What are the risks with a myomectomy?
The risks of a myomectomy performed by a skilled surgeon are about the same as hysterectomy (one of the most common and safest surgeries).
When is myomectomy used?
A myomectomy can remove uterine fibroids that are causing symptoms. It is an alternative to surgical removal of the whole uterus (hysterectomy ).
Is the hormones affected after the myomectomy?
yes
Did you have an abdominal myomectomy and late period?
yes
What is myomectomy used to treat?
A myomectomy can remove uterine fibroids that are causing such symptoms as abnormal bleeding or pain. It is an alternative to surgical removal of the whole uterus (hysterectomy ).
What are the normal results of a myomectomy?
Under normal circumstances, a woman who has had a myomectomy will be able to become pregnant, although she may have to deliver via cesarean section if the uterine wall has been weakened.
What type of procedure is a myomectomy?
A Myomectomy is a surgery that removes Fibroids without disturbing the healthy tissue of the Uterus. It is typically best for women who still want to be able to have children after treating their Fibroids.
