Myomectomy

Fibroids are most common in women aged 30–40 years, but they can occur at any age. They develop from the muscle tissue of the uterus and are also called leiomyomas or myomas. Myomectomy is the surgical removal of fibroids while leaving the uterus in place.
 
Myomectomy may be done by Laparotomy, Laparoscopy or Hysteroscopy. The method used depends on the location and size of the fibroids. In laparotomy, an incision (cut) is made in the abdomen. The fibroids are removed through the incision. In laparoscopy, a laparoscope is used to view the inside of the pelvis. Other tools are inserted through another small incision to remove the fibroids.
 
Because a woman keeps her uterus, she may still be able to have children. If a woman does become pregnant after a myomectomy, the baby may need to be delivered by cesarean birth. Sometimes, though, a myomectomy causes internal scarring that can lead to infertility.
 
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