Vijayawada: October 09th, 2024: Ankura Hospital for Women & Children, a prominent healthcare institution known for its specialized services in women and child health, has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully performed a challenging gynecological surgery on a 29 year old woman who was suffering from abdominal distention- a tight and swollen abdomen. An open Myomectomy was performing on the patient by the skilled doctors at Ankura Hospital, thereby curing the patient of the discomfort and preserving her fertility.

When the patient was brought to Ankura Hospital, she exhibited abdominal distention. Recognizing the need for urgency, she was taken to the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, where a thorough clinical examination and ultrasound were performed by Dr Pujita Myneni, Senior Obstetrician, Gynecologist, and Laparoscopic Surgeon, and her team. Following thorough clinical examination and ultrasound, the investigations led to the diagnosis of large fibroids in her uterus. Though fibroids are very common benign tumors of the uterus, Fibroids larger than 10 cm are called large fibroids, and they are rare. Since the patient was diagnosed with huge fibroids that measured, 37 x 33 cm and weighing 7.115kgs, her ailment demanded immediate attention and cure. An open Myomectomy was planned to remove the fibroids. Unlike Hysterectomy, in Myomectomy, only the fibroid portion is removed while preserving the uterus.

Speaking about the challenging surgery, Dr Pujita Myneni, Senior Obstetrician, Gynecologist, and Laparoscopic Surgeon, Ankura Hospital said, “The patient presented with abdominal distention. Further investigations revealed that she had a large fibroid, which required immediate care. Hysterectomy is normally recommended for patients with such large fibroids. However, keeping in mind the age of the patient, we preferred to proceed with Myomectomy, that would remove only the portion with fibroids. In such cases of large fibroids, maintaining haemodynamic stability is also a challenge due to the increased risk of severe haemorrhage during and after surgery. We were successful with the procedure and were able to preserve the uterus. Now the patient is not only fine, but pregnancies are possible in future. This is a boon for young women like her.”

Adding to this, Dr. T. V. Vijay Kumar, Medical Director, Ankura Hospital, Vijayawada said,” At Ankura Hospital, it is our mission to save lives and ensure the well-being of our patients. We have a team of experienced doctors trained in using state-of-the-art facilities to handle the unique challenges. This case is a testament to the exceptional level of care and expertise provided at Ankura Hospital, Vijayawada. The highly skilled team of doctors performed the challenging procedure of Myomectomy on the patient, to remove the fibroid of this size, while navigating the risk of injury to the adjacent structures. With meticulous planning, skillful intervention, and world class infrastructure at Ankura Hospital, open myomectomy was successfully performed in this case. The woman was kept under observation postoperatively and was happily discharged with no complications. Stories like this, bring renewed hope to young women, reassuring that with advanced care, even the most challenging conditions can be overcome.”

Ankura Hospital advises that women with unusual symptoms like heavy menstrual bleeding, painful periods, bleeding in between periods, pelvic pain, pain in the lower back, or abdominal distention, as in this case, may have fibroids and require attention. Apart from these, women should consult a gynecologist at the earliest in case they notice any other unusual symptoms. An early diagnosis and treatment ensures an effective cure and prevents complications.