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Table 4 Statements on parasitic fibroids by previous morcellation

From: Options on fibroid morcellation: a literature review

Statements

Grade

The overall incidence of parasitic fibroids after laparoscopic surgery with the use of morcellation is reported to be between 0.12 and 0.9 %

D

The reported incidence of parasitic fibroids after laparoscopic myomectomy is 0.2–1.2 %

D

Premenopausal status and hormonal replacement treatment after primary surgery may be considered as risk factors for the development of parasitic fibroids, however not specific

D