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Fertility Glossary

Myomectomy

Surgery to remove fibroids while keeping the uterus.

Conditions

Myomectomy removes fibroids by hysteroscopy, laparoscopy or open surgery depending on their size and position. It is chosen when fibroids affect fertility or cause significant symptoms. Recovery time and any recommended wait before trying to conceive vary with the approach, and scarring of the uterine wall may affect delivery planning.

Also known as: fibroid removal

Sources

  • Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ranzcog.edu.au)

Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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