Up to 77% of women develop fibroids during their childbearing years, which can cause abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, infertility, or other concerns. At CARE Fertility in Bedford and Fort Worth, Texas, the experienced reproductive endocrinologists and infertility specialists offer myomectomy (fibroid removal surgery) to eliminate your fibroids, symptoms, and risk of complications. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or booking one online today.
Myomectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows your surgeon to remove uterine fibroids, which consist of abnormal cell growths on your uterus. While fibroids may not cause problems in some women, they can lead to bothersome symptoms and infertility when not removed. See the CARE Fertility experts at the first sign of infertility caused by fibroids.
By removing problematic fibroids, a myomectomy at CARE Fertility can help eliminate the following symptoms:
If you’d like to become pregnant in the future, fibroid removal can help you achieve your family planning goals.
The CARE Fertility experts meet with you to determine if a myomectomy is right for you. They discuss your medical history, symptoms, treatment preferences, and desired results to know how to best treat your fibroids. They also order diagnostic tests. Surgery isn’t the only treatment option for fibroids; your specialist recommends a solution that’s best suited for you.
Follow your pre-procedure instructions before you undergo a myomectomy. For example, you might need to stop taking certain medications and/or supplements and avoid foods and drinks the morning of the procedure.
During a minimally invasive myomectomy, your surgeon often uses a lighted, small tube with a camera and specialized instruments to remove fibroids through a tiny incision in your abdomen or through your vagina (without incisions).
Myomectomy surgeries vary in length based on the location of your fibroids and how many are removed. The procedure might last 2-3 hours.
After a myomectomy, you might have some mild discomfort for a few days. Full recovery might take several days or weeks, depending on the specific procedure you undergo. If your goal is to become pregnant, the CARE Fertility team specialists discuss your options. You might be able to get pregnant naturally. But if not, infertility treatments can help you achieve your goals.
Schedule an evaluation at CARE Fertility by phone or request one online today to learn more about myomectomy and determine if it’s right for you.