A hysteroscopic myomectomy is a minimally invasive procedure to remove submucous fibroids or endometrial polyps found in the uterine cavity while leaving the uterus intact. When hysteroscopic myomectomy is performed, no incisions are used, so the recovery is quick and the complications are very rare. There are many advantages of myomectomy vs. hysterectomy procedures, especially for women in their childbearing years. Hysteroscopic Myomectomy/Polypectomy Procedure A myomectomy is a surgery that should only be performed by an expert gynecologist. Uterine fibroids and endometrial polyps are common noncancerous growths that can appear in or on your uterus, usually during childbearing years, but also at any age. Uterine fibroids can cause: Heavy menstrual bleeding and the resulting anemia Painful sex Pelvic pressure and pain Fertility issues Removing fibroids relieves those symptoms, improves your health and increases your chances of getting pregnant. Depending on the size, number, and location of your uterine fibroids, your Forest Hills, Queens gynecologist decides whether Uterine Fibroid Embolization or a myomectomy will work best in your particular situation: Open myomectomy involves a horizontal or vertical incision in your abdomen, accessing your uterus and other pelvic organs directly. Laparoscopic myomectomyuses a telescope and small instruments inserted into half-inch incisions. Hysteroscopic or vaginal myomectomy requires no incisions since the doctor accesses your uterus through your vagina. A Hysteroscopic Myomectomy Explained In the past, only one option was available for women suffering from the symptoms of fibroids: an open myomectomy. The risks of this procedure included all those associated with major surgery, including infection to your major abdominal and pelvic organs. A longer hospital stay and recovery time were common. Today, there are alternatives. The least invasive procedure that also preserves your uterus is the hysteroscopic myomectomy or vaginal myomectomy. Your gynecologist can perform this procedure if the uterine fibroids are small and accessible through the uterine cavity. The Hysteroscopic Myomectomy Procedure During the procedure a long, thin scope with a light is passed through the vagina and cervix into the uterus. No incision is needed. The physician can look inside the uterus for fibroids and other problems, such as polyps. A camera can also be used with the scope. Submucous or intracavitary myomas are easily visualized and can be resected or removed using a wire loop or similar device. Call to Forest Hills Medical Services for an appointment by this number: (718) 897-5331 Read more: https://www.obgynqueensnyc.com/myomectomy-procedure-polypectomy-specialist/ Forest Hills Medical Services 108-16 63 Road, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Office Tel # (718) 897-5331 Fax (877) 389-3138 Nearby Locations: Rego Park | Elmhurst | Kew Gardens Hills | Pomonok | Corona 11374 | 11373 | 11367 | 11365 | 11368 Web Address: https://www.obgynqueensnyc.com