Uterine problems
There are a number of treatment options available for patients with uterine problems and trying for a pregnancy. Treatment options may include one of the following techniques: myomectomy, polypectomy, adhesiolysis, metroplasty and septoplasty.
Myomectomy (removal of fibroids)
This may be recommended if the doctor thinks that fibroids are affecting the patients fertility (significantly distorting the uterine cavity). This can be performed by laparoscopy, laparotomy and in selected cases by hysteroscopy. The procedure is done under a general anesthetic. Some doctors gives an injection of GnRH agonist prior to surgery in order to shrink the fibroid and make surgery technically easier with less blood loss. There is a small but potential risks associated with myomectomy including risk of infection, bleeding, injury to pelvic organs, risk of scar rupture during labour, risk of adhesions formation which may affect fertility and also 1-2% risk of hystrectomy (removal of the womb) to control excessive bleeding.
Polypectomy (removing the polyp)
This is usually a simple procedure done with the aid of a hysteroscope or by a D & C.
Adhesiolysis (division of adhesions)
This is a minor procedure, usually done using a hysteroscope. Antibiotics may be prescribed to diminish the chances of infection.
Metroplasty (plastic reconstruction of the uterus)
Septoplasty (plastic operation to remove the septum)
IVF surrogacy for woman who was born without uterus or whose uterus had been removed
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