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Vaginal myomectomy for a large intrastromal cervical fibroid: a case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Fibroids affect up to two-thirds of women of reproductive age and can lead to significant symptoms, including abnormal uterine bleeding and reproductive dysfunction. Cervical fibroids are rare, with an incidence of only 0.6%. Currently, there is no consensus on the optimal surgical approach for management of cervical fibroids. Pedunculated extracervical fibroids are routinely removed vaginally. However, intrastromal (intracervical) fibroids often require a laparoscopic or laparotomic approach. We report a case of vaginal myomectomy for the management of a large cervical fibroid in a 43-year-old patient seeking fertility treatment. We discuss the feasibility of this surgical approach and its potential for enhanced recovery.

Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjae797

Authors: Yousef Alebrahim, Ee Thong Lim, Theofanis Manias, Nikolaos Tsampras

Institutions: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, University of Manchester

Language: English

Topic: Uterine Myomas and Treatments

Subfield: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,050