EC Gynaecology

Background: Myomectomies are frequent, fertility preserving operations that aim to remove fibroids. Amongst rare intraoperative complications reported in literature, we may find iatrogenic uterine transection because of large fibroma, challenging excision.

Case Presentation: In this report, we present an iatrogenic complete uterine transection in nulliparous woman throughout a myomectomy that was immediately recognized and repaired, patient follow up as well as review of the literature.

Conclusion: Till present, very few uterine transections have been reported and none of which occurring during a myomectomy. Fertility conservation must be considered in almost every gynecological procedure in women of reproductive age.

 Keywords: Complication; Fertility; Myomectomy; Uterine Transection; Cervix Separation

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