Fibroid removal surgery doesn’t have to be a painful experience. It shouldn’t mean taking up to 2 months off to recover from open surgery either. With new minimally invasive techniques, fibroid symptoms can be relieved with a safe and thorough surgery, in outpatient settings, with patients recovering faster, and with less pain.
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO MYOMECTOMY
LAAM is Laparoscopically Assisted Abdominal Myomectomy and it is a fibroid removal procedure that leaves the uterus intact to maintain fertility. What makes it different from other myomectomies is the minimally invasive approach (only 2 small incisions) and the use of special techniques to avoid excessive bleeding and potential hysterectomy. Blood loss is controlled through either permanent blockage of the uterine arteries for removal of very large fibroids laparoscopically, or through the laparoscopic placement of a tourniquet or removable clips for temporary blockage of the arteries. With the LAAM procedure any size or number of fibroids can be removed, even fibroids deep in the muscle and in the cavity of the uterus. Fibroid removal is accomplished through a small incision in the bikini line, usually no more than 1.5 inches in length, and an additional incision at the umbilicus at one quarter of an inch. The minimally invasive approach allows for a very fast recovery, of 10-14 days after surgery. THE SENSE OF TOUCH Using the sense of touch, LAAM provides an innovative approach to laparoscopic myomectomy. It allows the surgeon to feel all of the fibroids at any location in or around the uterus, and allows for their safe and effective removal regardless of the size. Success in some surgical procedures requires the ability to feel in order to create the best possible result. Some fibroids that are located deep in the muscle of the uterus cannot be easily seen. If smaller fibroids are missed, this can allow continued fibroid growth and increase the need for additional surgery. You can learn about the risks of letting fibroids grow in these articles: Letting Fibroids Grow Can Lead To Infertility Kidney Damage And Other Lesser Known Risks Of Fibroids NO POWER MORCELLATORS The LAAM approach has been very successful for the removal of fibroids of all sizes and number in thousands of patients. CIGC surgeons never use power morcellators, these devices have been discouraged by the FDA due to the potential risk to spread cancer cells when cancer is present. There is no need for power morcellator with advanced laparoscopic surgery. LAAM allows for a safe and thorough fibroid removal, resulting in less pain and complications, and overall better patient outcomes. See how CIGC patients describe their experience with the LAAM procedure: Women Talk About LAAM: A Safer & Better Myomectomy
TALK TO CIGC
Women travel from around the world for minimally invasive fibroid removal with the LAAM procedure. To discuss laparoscopic myomectomy with a CIGC physician Natalya Danilyants MD or Paul MacKoul MD, call 888-SURGERY or contact us online. CIGC has offices in Rockville, MD, Annapolis, MD and Reston, VA. Patients who reside outside the Washington DC area can look into CIGC’s travel program. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Natalya Danilyants MD on Facebook | Paul MacKoul MD on Facebook Natalya Danilyants MD on Twitter | Paul MacKoul MD on Twitter Natalya Danilyants MD on LinkedIn | Paul MacKoul MD on LinkedIn
13 Comments
7/6/2016 12:38:15 pm
Hi Sandra, we have a travel program for out-of-town patients and we would schedule an initial free conversation with Dr. Danilyants via phone. You can find details about the travel program in the link below. Please feel free to call 888-SURGERY option 2 for new patients or contact us online, our patient coordinators will be more than happy to help. https://innovativegyn.com/out-of-town-patients/
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Kisha H
7/10/2016 12:29:03 pm
I'm interested in having an 2nd opinion,and would consider surgery. .I live in New york city
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8/8/2016 11:24:32 am
Hi Kisha, please call 888-SURGERY option 2 or contact us online, we'd be happy to help you schedule an appointment with Dr. Danilyants. We are based in the DC area, but we do have a travel program for out-of-town patients. If you are interested to travel for surgery, we would schedule an initial free conversation with Dr. Danilyants over the phone. Details about the travel program here: https://innovativegyn.com/out-of-town-patients/
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belinda
7/12/2016 12:57:40 pm
I really need them to be removed
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8/8/2016 11:25:15 am
Belinda, please call 888-SURGERY option 2 or contact us online, we'd be happy to help you schedule an appointment with Dr. Danilyants. https://innovativegyn.com/book-consult/
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Claudette
7/27/2016 05:52:27 pm
Can fibroid the size of 5 months fetus be remov d this way.
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8/8/2016 11:30:25 am
Claudette, even large fibroids can be removed with LAAM. However, women who are past childbearing who suffer with fibroids, or whose fibroids have created extensive distortion to the uterus are better candidates for a DualPortGYN hysterectomy. Patients are evaluated prior to surgery to ensure the right procedure is matched to the patient. If you would like to schedule an appointment to discuss your options with Dr. Danilyants, please call 888-SURGERY or contact us online here: https://innovativegyn.com/book-consult/
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Sammina Khan
1/19/2018 07:40:34 pm
Hello
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The Center for Innovative GYN Care
1/22/2018 07:57:51 am
Hi Sammina, thanks for reaching out. We have a travel program for women residing outside the Washington, DC area, who are willing to travel for surgery. If you can give us a call at 1-888-SURGERY option 2, a patient relations coordinator will provide details. You can also submit this form online and we will reach out! https://innovativegyncare.com/general/ Here is the link to our travel program also: https://innovativegyn.com/out-of-town-patients/
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10/12/2018 01:49:18 am
This article is very useful, thank you for sharing. And allow me to share articles too, it's about health and treatment. God willing
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Eredna
12/5/2019 01:44:08 pm
Any referrals in Kenya 🇰🇪.
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InternationalLAAMTraining
10/10/2021 03:30:05 pm
Good day - I'm in a country that is up and coming - The Clinton Foundation just finished 2 major clinics that are in the wealthiest part of the capital city - I am in contact with 2 Gyn Surgeons that are interested in learning new techniques - What is the Minimum time required for onsite onhands training required? - Are you all interested in coming to my country to teach the LAAM technique? - Thanks for sharing such an innovative procedure!
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