Fibroid Cyst Surgery Complications
Fibroid cysts-typically benign growths in the uterus-often require no treatment. In some cases however, large cysts cause complications like pain and bleeding that only surgery can address. Like any surgery, removing fibroid cysts can cause certain complications.
Laparoscopic Myomectomy Vs. Abdominal Myomectomy
A laparoscopic myomectomy involves several small incisions into the uterus to remove the fibroids while an abdominal myomectomy involves a larger incision into the abdomen. Laparoscopic myomectomies might complicate future pregnancies compared to abdominal procedures, according to Dr. Paul Indman, a California-based gynecologist who maintains the website Myomectomy.net.
Pregnancy
Incisions into the uterine wall might cause problems during pregnancy and labor. It can affect placenta growth, lead to abnormal uterine functioning during labor and rupturing of the uterus, according to WebMD.
Other Complications
Other possible complications from an abdominal myomectomy include reduced fertility, scars on the uterus-resulting in abdominal pain, uterine puncture and infection, according to Women's Health Matters, a Canadian website run by experts in women's health.
Hysterectomy
A hysterectomy to remove fibroid cysts involves complete removal of the uterus and sometimes the ovaries. Possible complications include pain in the pelvis, weakness in the pelvic muscles that coordinate bladder or bowel problems and difficulty urinating.
General Complications
Procedures to remove fibroid cysts carry the risk of general complications including fever, infection, blood clots, blood loss, heart problems, hematoma (blood gathering at incision site) and breathing problems, according to WebMD.
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