Uterine Fibroid Treatment

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Uterine Myomectomy and Uterine Hysterectomy
Uterine fibroids are believed to lead to heavy periods but if they do not cause major problems, a person might decide to avoid treatment. According to specialists, treatment is only recommended for those women who experience symptoms as a result of fibroids. If they do not affect the quality of life, treatment might be not necessary. During menopause, symptoms normally become less apparent or can even resolve completely.

The treatment plan’s decision is based on the fibroids’ location, the severity of symptoms, and future childbearing plans—our board certified gynecological surgeons practicing in New York and Los Angeles for over 25 years. Currently based in New York, we perform surgery to treat Uterine Fibroids. These two surgeries are Uterine Myomectomy and Uterine Hysterectomy.

What is Uterine Myomectomy?
A Uterine Myomectomy is a surgical procedure to remove only the uterine fibroid.

With a Myomectomy, only the uterine fibroid is removed while the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries remain intact. These patients than often have normal menstrual flow and in many cases, are able to become pregnant and carry and deliver their baby without the fear of fibroid caused miscarriage.

What to Expect During the Surgery?
This type of uterine fibroid removal surgery is known as an open surgery because of the large incisions in the abdomen through laparoscopy. This is performed with the use of a camera and small incisions. It can be also done through hysteroscopy. This is when the fibroids are removed through the vagina and cervix.

What to Expect During Recovery?
If you commit to this surgery you have to clearly understand that an overnight stay in the hospital is required. The approach used for the myomectomy highly impacts the period of time you will have to stay in the hospital. For instance, laparoscopy or hysteroscopy will require only one-night stay while an open procedure can lead to several days of stay in the hospital. It should be also sai that you will be in high need for strong pain medication for 24 hours following the procedure. You will also experience vaginal spotting for up to 6 weeks and you will be restricted from having sex during the recovery process. It is not possible to state the exact recovery time but it normally varies between 2 to 6 weeks.

What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Hysterectomy Surgery?
The main advantage of this type of surgery is being able to get rid of uterine fibroids and not caring about them coming back. There are also disbenefits of this procedure, which include: inability to get pregnant, higher surgical risk and long recovery duration.

We perform these procedures using a laser and a minor surgical bikini cut incision. Our plastic surgery closure of the incision makes the healed incision often barely noticeable. Many insurances, cash, and credit cards are accepted.

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