Why it's done

Your doctor may recommend robotic myomectomy if you have:

• Certain types of fibroids. Surgeons may use laparoscopic myomectomy, including robotic myomectomy, to remove fibroids that are within the uterine wall (intramural) or that project to the outside of the uterus (subserosal).
• Smaller fibroids or a limited number of fibroids. The small incisions used in robotic myomectomy make the procedure best for smaller uterine fibroids, which are easier to extract.
• Uterine fibroids that cause chronic pain or heavy bleeding. Robotic myomectomy may be a safe, effective way to get relief.