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Re: FIBROID TUMORS-Followup Question From Dr. Hill's Response

From: D. Ashley Hill, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 10 Aug 1999 15:18:24 -0500 (CDT)

At Tue, 10 Aug 1999, Anne wrote: >
>I was wondering what is the maximum size of fibroid a surgeon would be
>comfortable removing during a laparoscopic myomectomy instead of one
>performed by laparotomy.

I would guess less than 9cm, although most would say 5 cm or so. It would also depend on the number of fibroids, the size of the patient, and the skill of the surgeon.

Best wishes, 

--
Ashley Hill
David Ashley Hill, M.D.
Associate Director
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency
Orlando, FL
http://home.mpinet.net/dahmd


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and is not for specific medical advice.
I apologize, but I am unable to answer personal e-mail
due to time constraints.



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