Laparoscopic myomectomy (LPSC)
Laparoscopic myomectomy is also known as the laparoscopic removal of the uterine myoma.
When is the surgical procedure required?
Applying the uterus-sparing strategy, the surgery is performed in case of larger, symptomatic uterine myomas causing irregular and heavy menstrual bleeding and pain, in case of myomas associated with infertility or recurrent miscarriages and pregnancy complications.
What does the surgery include?
Laparoscopic myomectomy is the endoscopic, minimally invasive, surgical method for the removal of the uterine myomas, while completely sparing the uterus. Sometimes, a complete removal of the uterus might be indicated. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia.
How to get prepared?
Day before surgery a patient should eat light food and stop smoking and drinking alcohol and not take anything orally after a night’s sleep.
Related tests and examinations:
Gynecologic examination broaden with ultrasound examination and Color-Doppler sonography (CD). Physical examination and tests indicated by the anaesthesiologist (laboratory tests, ECG, heart and lung X-ray scan, physical examination by other specialist) should be performed.