This project focuses on myomectomy patients in reproductive age. The aim is to study both the molecular characteristics of uterine fibroids and to characterize the clinical effects of surgical treatment. Patient series is mainly retrospective and consists of individuals who have undergone myomectomy at Helsinki University Central Hospital (HUCH) during 2009-2015. In addition, the investigators have started a prospective sample collection starting in October 2015, collecting samples from myomectomies. Clinical data sources include medical records, specific questionnaires and a quality of life -questionnaire filled by patients.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
100
The patient series consists of consecutive patients scheduled for elective laparotomic, traditional laparoscopic or robotic assisted laparoscopic myomectomy. The surgical method is selected based on clinician´s preference.
Kätilöopisto Maternity Hospital, Helsinki University hospital
Helsinki, Huch, Finland
RECRUITINGQuality of life measured by a validated questionnaire (UFS-QOL)
UFS-QOL: Uterine Fibroid Symptom and Health-Related Quality of Life Questionnaire
Time frame: Two years
Pregnancy rate after myomectomy, data collected with questionnaire
Time frame: Five years
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