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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 ).
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 ).
Uterine fibroids are considered malignant?
No, uterine fibroids are considered benign.
What is a hysteractomy?
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the uterus. This procedure may be done for various reasons, such as to treat conditions like uterine fibroids, endometriosis, or cancer. It can be done through different methods, including abdominal or minimally invasive surgery.
Why do women need a hysterectomy?
Women may need a hysterectomy due to numerous reasons such as: Uterine Cancer, Fibroids (benign tumors), Chronic Pain, excessive bleeding, prolapsed uterus or even scar tissue.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of uterine fibroids?
The surgical removal of a uterine fibroid (a leiomyoma) is a myomectomy.
How does Hcg shots effect uterine fibroids?
Does HCG drops have a positive or negative effect on uterine fibroids?
What kinds of uterine fibroids are there?
Fibroids are divided into different types, depending on the location. Submucous fibroids are found in the uterine cavity; intramural fibroids grow on the wall of the uterus; and subserous fibroids are located on the outside
When is hysterectomy recommended?
Hysterectomy is usually indicated for the following reasons: Heavy vaginal bleeding and painful menses Leiomyomas or uterine fibroids(non-cancerous tumours) Adenomyosis or thickening of uterine walls Chronic pelvic pain Endometriosis Uterine prolapse- a condition in which the uterus slips from its position towards the vaginal canal Cancer in the uterus, cervix, or ovaries.
Why would your breasts swell and ache when your uterine fibroids flare up?
Uterine fibroids do not "flare up" they are very slow growing benign tumors inside, outside or with in the wall of the uterus. See: What are the symptoms of uterine fibroids?
What is Resection of the uterus?
Resection of the uterus, also known as uterine resection, is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a portion or all of the uterus. This procedure is typically performed to treat conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, or certain types of uterine cancers. Depending on the extent of the resection, it may be a partial or total hysterectomy. The surgery can be performed through various techniques, including abdominal, vaginal, or laparoscopic approaches.
Is uterine leiomyoma neoplasm or benign?
Uterine fibroids, or uterine leiomyoma, are benign tumors or benign neoplasms. (Neoplasm and tumor are synonymous; neoplasms can be benign or malignant. Fibroids are benign.)
