Analysis of different laparoscopic approaches for hysteromyomectomy / 第三军医大学学报

ABSTRACT

Objective To evaluate the effects of different laparoscopic approaches for hysteromyomectomy. Methods Hysteromyomectomy was performed on 126 patients who required surgical treatment and preservation of the uterus from August 2000 to December 2002 with different laparoscopic approaches. A follow-up for 2-28 months was conducted in all patients. Results There were 70 cases of subserous fibroids, 53 cases intramural fibroids, and 3 broad ligament fibroids in those 126 patients. The average diameter of the fibroids was 6.1 cm (3-12 cm). The diameter of the fibroids less than 5 cm was found in 33 patients (26.2%), but equal to or larger than 5 cm in 93 patients (73.8%). A single myoma was found in 57 patients (45.2%), but numerous myomas in 69 patients (54.8%). Hysteromyomectomy, hysteromyomectomy and uterine artery blockage, and hysteromyomectomy and temporary uterine artery blockage were performed on 26, 70, and 30 patients, respectively. Operations were successful in all patients. There were no intra- and post-operative complications. Conclusion Different laparoscopic approaches for hysteromyomectomy can result in satisfactory clinical outcomes when different case properties and different requirements of patients are taken into consideration.