Uterine Myomectomy - Myomectomy During Pregnancy

Myomectomy During Pregnancy

Leiomyomata tend to grow during pregnancy but rarely interfere with the growing pregnancy directly. Generally, surgeons tend to stay away from operative interventions during the pregnancy because of the risk of haemorrhage and the concern that the pregnancy may be interrupted. Also, after a pregnancy, myomas tend to shrink naturally. However, in selected cases myomectomy may become necessary during pregnancy, or also at the time of a caesarean section to gain access to the baby.