Myomectomy using purse-string suture during cesarean section

Background: Conventionally, myomectomy during cesarean section is reserved only for pedunculated myomas because resection of myomas at the time of cesarean section usually stimulates profuse bleeding. Cases: Thirty-one patients underwent myomectomy using purse-string suture during cesarean section. Myoma could be excised without profuse bleeding, while an assistant maintains strong tension on the purse-string suture around the myoma. The suture was tightened and tied immediately after complete resection of the myoma and then stitches of another purse-string suture were placed alternately with each previous stitch in the inner side of the first suture. We have used this method for more than 3 years and have not observed failures and serious complications, such as late hemorrhage and uterine rupture during a subsequent pregnancy. Conclusion: Myomectomy using purse-string suture during cesarean section is a safe, useful, and convenient technique.