Robot assisted myomectomy

Myomectomy, the surgical removal of uterine fibroids while preserving the uterus, is indicated in various scenarios:

1. Symptomatic Fibroids: When fibroids cause symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain or pressure, frequent urination, or difficulty emptying the bladder or bowels.
2. Infertility or Pregnancy Complications: Myomectomy may be recommended for women experiencing infertility due to fibroids, or for those with recurrent pregnancy loss or complications such as preterm labor caused by fibroids.
3. Desire for Future Pregnancy: For women who wish to maintain their fertility or preserve their uterus for future childbearing, myomectomy provides a treatment option that removes fibroids while leaving the uterus intact.
4. Diagnostic Uncertainty: In cases where fibroids are suspected but not definitively diagnosed, myomectomy may be performed for both diagnosis and treatment purposes.
5. Failed Medical Management: When conservative treatments such as medication fail to adequately control symptoms associated with fibroids, myomectomy may be considered.
6. Pedunculated Fibroids: Fibroids that have a stalk (pedunculated fibroids) may cause symptoms such as pain or pressure and may be indicated for surgical removal.
7. Submucosal Fibroids: Fibroids located within the uterine cavity (submucosal fibroids) may lead to abnormal uterine bleeding or infertility and are often treated with myomectomy.
8. Cosmetic Concerns: In rare cases where fibroids cause significant abdominal distension or cosmetic concerns, myomectomy may be performed for aesthetic reasons.

It’s important for patients to discuss their individual circumstances and treatment goals with their healthcare provider to determine if myomectomy is the most appropriate option for them.

Opting for robot-assisted myomectomy offers several compelling reasons:

1. Minimally Invasive Surgery: Robot-assisted myomectomy allows for smaller incisions compared to traditional open surgery, resulting in less tissue damage, reduced scarring, and faster recovery times.
2. Enhanced Precision: The robotic system provides surgeons with greater control and precision, allowing for more precise dissection and removal of fibroids while preserving healthy tissue.
3. Improved Visualization: Advanced imaging technology provides the surgical team with clear and magnified views of the operative site, enhancing visualization and ensuring accurate placement of surgical instruments.
4. Reduced Blood Loss: The minimally invasive nature of robot-assisted surgery typically results in less blood loss compared to open surgery, reducing the need for blood transfusions and lowering the risk of complications.
5. Shorter Hospital Stay: Patients undergoing robot-assisted myomectomy often experience shorter hospital stays compared to those undergoing traditional open surgery, allowing for a quicker return to normal activities and a faster overall recovery.
6. Less Pain and Discomfort: Smaller incisions and reduced tissue trauma result in less postoperative pain and discomfort for patients undergoing robot-assisted myomectomy.
7. Customized Approach: The robotic system allows surgeons to tailor the procedure to each patient’s specific anatomy and pathology, ensuring optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Overall, robot-assisted myomectomy offers numerous advantages over traditional open surgery, making it an attractive option for patients requiring fibroid removal.