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Fertility Glossary

Myomectomy

Surgical removal of fibroids while keeping the uterus.

Female fertility

Myomectomy may be hysteroscopic, laparoscopic or open, depending on fibroid size and position. Recovery and the interval before trying to conceive differ by route, and an incision into the uterine muscle may affect delivery planning in a later pregnancy.

Also known as: fibroid removal

Sources

  • Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) patient information

Last reviewed: September 9, 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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