What is a laparoscopic myomectomy?

The laparoscope is an instrument used in minimally invasive surgery. The technique is as follows A small quarter-inch incision is made just below the navel, and a special needle is gently inserted through this
incision. This needle is attached to a special machine that is used to gradually pump air into the abdomen, resulting in the abdominal wall being pushed away from the internal organs (intestines, uterus, and liver).

Next, the laparoscope, which is a long pencil-like metal instrument, is inserted into the abdomen through the same incision. The laparoscope has a light at its far end, and a small video camera can be attached to its upper end. Once it is in place, live pictures are
projected to television monitors stationed in the operating room.

The surgeon then makes additional small incisionsnear the pubic hair line; additional small surgical instruments are inserted through these incisions. The surgeon can proceed with the operation by looking
directly at the television monitor.

Myomectomies or hysterectomies can be safely performed using this technique, depending on the size of the fibroids or uterus.

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