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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.
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What is the procedure and instruments for myomectomy?
Myomectomy instruments
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 is a Myomectomy?
It is a procedure in which myomas (uterine fibroids) are surgically removed from the uterus
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 nursing care on patient undergo myomectomy?
relieve anxiety by explaining the procedure. monitor vital signs every 15-30 minutes. do not leave the patient at the OR table.
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].
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 ).
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).
Is the hormones affected after the myomectomy?
yes
Did you have an abdominal myomectomy and late period?
yes
What is a laparoscopic myomectomy?
In this procedure, the surgeon removes fibroids with the help of a viewing tube (laparoscope) inserted into the pelvic cavity through an incision in the navel. The fibroids are removed through a tiny incision under the navel
