- Recommendation ID
- IPG703/1
- Question
Evidence on the safety of laparoscopic removal of uterine fibroids with power morcellation shows potentially serious complications. In particular there is a risk of spreading undiagnosed malignant tissue, which has higher prevalence in people who are postmenopausal or over 50. Evidence on the procedure's efficacy is limited in quantity. Therefore, further research should report details of patient selection, surgical technique (including any containment system used) and long-term outcomes.
- Any explanatory notes
(if applicable)
Source guidance details
- Comes from guidance
- Laparoscopic removal of uterine fibroids with power morcellation
- Number
- IPG703
- Date issued
- August 2021
Other details
| Is this a recommendation for the use of a technology only in the context of research? | No |
| Is it a recommendation that suggests collection of data or the establishment of a register? | No |
| Last Reviewed | 31/08/2021 |