Pregnant with nine uterine fibroids, the woman successfully gave birth.
The team from the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of Nghe An Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital has successfully performed a cesarean section combined with the removal of 9 tumors, preserving the uterus for the mother and ensuring the safety of both mother and baby.
Ms. Tr. T. H (43 years old, residing in Dien Chau) was admitted to the hospital on May 12th with abdominal pain and signs of labor at 39 weeks and 4 days of gestation. This was Ms. H's third pregnancy. With a history of a previous miscarriage and her advanced age, Ms. H's pregnancy was determined to have multiple risk factors... Previously, during routine prenatal checkups at a lower-level facility, she had been advised and referred to this hospital.Nghe An Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospitalto monitor and give birth at a specialized medical facility.
Based on clinical and paraclinical examinations, the doctors in the Obstetrics Department determined this to be a complex case:Pregnant womenWith multiple uterine fibroids, a fetus smaller than expected for its gestational age, and a high risk of labor complications and postpartum hemorrhage... After specialist consultation, the team decided to perform a cesarean section combined with the removal of the fibroids, ensuring the safety of both mother and child while preserving the mother's uterus.
On May 13th, the expectant mother was taken to the operating room. With intense focus and extensive experience, the obstetricians, anesthesiologists, nurses, and technicians successfully delivered a healthy baby boy weighing 2,800 grams, bringing overwhelming joy to the family and the entire medical team.
Immediately after ensuring the baby's safety, the team quickly moved on to phase two – removing the uterine fibroids. A total of nine fibroids of varying sizes, the largest measuring 6x7 cm, were successfully removed. Importantly, the mother's uterus was preserved intact – a crucial factor for both her physical and psychological health. Currently, the mother's health is stable, and her vital signs are within normal limits. The baby boy is healthy, feeding well, and has quick reflexes, indicating healthy development.
The prevalence of uterine fibroids in pregnant women ranges from 1.6% to 2.7%. This condition can cause many dangerous complications during pregnancy and childbirth, such as premature birth, abnormal fetal presentation, uterine contraction disorders leading to prolonged labor, and even postpartum hemorrhage. Simultaneous cesarean section and fibroid removal require careful consideration and should only be performed at specialized medical facilities with modern equipment and experienced medical staff to ensure maximum safety for both mother and baby.
Dr. Tran Xuan Canh, MD, MSc - Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Nghe An Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital
The surgery not only yielded positive treatment results for the mother but also demonstrated the professional competence and sense of responsibility of the medical team at Nghe An Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital. Over the past period, the hospital has successfully handled many complex cases during pregnancy, while continuously striving to improve the quality of medical examination and treatment, aiming for patient safety and satisfaction.
