This procedure was performed to remove an intracavitary fibroid that failed hysteroscopy on two occasions.
This procedure was performed to remove an intracavitary fibroid that failed hysteroscopy on two occasions. The patient continued to experience heavy bleeding and an advanced laparoscopic myomectomy was performed with a thorough repair of the uterine muscle to prepare for future pregnancy. Blood loss was minimal.
Video courtesy of Magdy Milad MD
Since 1995, Dr. Magdy Milad has been the Director of Gynecologic Endoscopy at Northwestern University, and is the Division Chief for Graduate Medical Education. He has authored 80 peer-reviewed manuscripts and 90 national presentations, and has developed an expertise in advanced minimally invasive surgeries including laparoscopy, hysteroscopy for conditions including endometriosis, fibroids, adhesions, tubal disease and ovarian cysts.
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