Fibroid Removal Surgery

1. What is Fibroid Removal Surgery?

Fibroid removal surgery, or myomectomy, removes fibroids from the uterus while leaving the uterus intact. The procedure may involve removing a single fibroid or multiple fibroids.

2. When is it Recommended?

It may be recommended for fibroids causing heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain or pressure, frequent urination, abdominal enlargement, anaemia or fertility problems.

3. What Symptoms May a Patient Notice?

Common symptoms include heavy menstrual bleeding, painful periods, pelvic pressure or pain, frequent urination, constipation, lower back pain, abdominal enlargement and difficulty becoming pregnant. Some fibroids cause no symptoms.

4. What Does the Treatment Involve?

The surgeon removes the fibroid while preserving the surrounding healthy uterine tissue as much as possible. The approach depends on the fibroid's size, number and location.

5. What Are the Main Treatment Options?

Myomectomy can be performed through hysteroscopic, laparoscopic, robotic-assisted or open abdominal surgery. The appropriate technique depends on the characteristics of the fibroids and the patient's fertility and treatment goals.

6. How Long Does Treatment & Recovery Take?

Hysteroscopic myomectomy may be completed as a day-care procedure. Laparoscopic or robotic surgery may require 1–2 days of hospitalisation, while open surgery may require several days. Recovery generally takes 2–6 weeks, depending on the surgical approach.

7. What Are the Important Risks or Considerations?

Possible complications include bleeding, infection, injury to surrounding organs, scar tissue formation and recurrence of fibroids. Rarely, significant bleeding may require additional intervention. The impact on future pregnancy depends on the location and depth of the fibroid and the surgical technique.

8. Why Consider Treatment in India?

India has specialised gynaecology and minimally invasive surgery centres offering hysteroscopic, laparoscopic and robotic-assisted myomectomy, supported by advanced imaging and experienced gynaecological surgeons.

9. How Can Medavelle Help?

Medavelle can assist with ultrasound and MRI review, gynaecologist coordination, fibroid mapping, surgical approach selection, hospital coordination, fertility-focused treatment planning and international patient arrangements.

10. What Should the Patient Do Next?

Share your ultrasound/MRI → Gynaecological evaluation → Fibroid assessment → Surgical recommendation → Treatment planning in India.