How long does it take for a myomectomy scar to heal?
You may need about 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover. Don’t lift anything heavy while you are recovering. Give your incision and your belly muscles time to heal. This care sheet gives you a general idea about how long it will take for you to recover.
What is the most common problem following a myomectomy?
Excessive blood loss, myometrial hematoma, and morcellation accidents are the most frequent intraoperative complications during laparoscopic myomectomy.
How do you prevent scarring after a myomectomy?
Good surgical technique is the cornerstone of adhesion prevention. This includes gentle tissue handling, meticulous hemostasis, irrigation to prevent serosal drying, avoiding intraperitoneal infection, use of fine nonreactive sutures, and minimal use of cautery to prevent tissue ischemia.
What are the side effects of myomectomy?
Possible complications of myomectomy include:
- Haemorrhage.
- Injury to the uterus.
- Damage to the nearby organs of the urinary system.
- Formation of scar tissue (adhesions) within the uterus.
- Infection.
- Blood clots.
- Eventual re-growth of fibroids.
Can you have a baby after a myomectomy?
A: You’ll need to wait three to six months after your myomectomy to start trying to get pregnant to give your uterus time to heal.
How do you minimize scarring?
How to prevent scarring
- Avoid injuries. Taking precautions to avoid injuries can help prevent wounds that might scar.
- Treat injuries immediately.
- Keep your injury clean.
- Use petroleum jelly.
- Cover your wound.
- Use silicone sheets, gels, or tapes.
- Change your bandage daily.
- Leave scabs alone.
Which is better myomectomy or hysterectomy?
Myomectomy, when performed by an expert, is a safe and effective alternative to hysterectomy. This operation can usually be accomplished with minimal blood loss. When the operation is performed with optimal technique by a highly experienced surgeon, the need for blood transfusions is limited to very few cases.
Can a uterus rupture during a myomectomy?
In rare cases, scarring from the uterine incision may cause infertility. In rare cases, injuries to the bladder or bowel, such as a bowel obstruction, may occur. In rare cases, uterine scars may break open (rupture) in late pregnancy or during delivery. In rare cases, a hysterectomy may be required during a myomectomy.
When to get a myomectomy instead of a hysterectomy?
If you need surgery, reasons to choose a myomectomy instead of a hysterectomy for uterine fibroids include: Your doctor suspects uterine fibroids might be interfering with your fertility Myomectomy has a low complication rate. Still, the procedure poses a unique set of challenges. Risks of myomectomy include: Excessive blood loss.
How long does it take for myomectomy scar to fade?
If you have an abdominal myomectomy, your scar will likely be about an inch below your pubic hair line, below your underwear. This scar also fades over time. Your scar may be tender or feel numb for several months, but this should subside over time. Talk with your doctor if your scar continues to hurt, or if it becomes more sensitive.
What can be done about uterine scarring after hysteroscopy?
The treatment for uterine scarring is removal of scar tissue at the time of hysteroscopy. After the procedure, a balloon catheter is typically placed inside the uterus for a short time and estrogen therapy is given to decrease scar reformation. Recurrence rates can be up to 33% in mild to moderate adhesions and 66% in severe adhesions.
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