2.5-Kilogram Uterine Fibroid Removed in Gaziantep Surgery

In a significant medical procedure, doctors at İslahiye State Hospital in Gaziantep, Turkey, have successfully removed a large uterine fibroid weighing approximately 2.5 kilograms from a patient. The operation was performed by specialist Op. Dr. Celal Nacar in the hospital's Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic.

Dr. Nacar explained that fibroids are benign tumors developing from the muscular layer of the uterus. While generally harmless, they can lead to serious health problems depending on their size, number, and location within the uterus. The successful removal of this substantial fibroid highlights the hospital's capacity for complex gynecological surgeries.

Emphasizing the critical role of early detection, Nacar stated that timely diagnosis increases treatment options and can prevent the need for extensive surgeries. "Not every fibroid requires surgery," he noted, "but when surgical treatment is necessary, highly successful and safe results can be achieved with modern methods."

He urged women experiencing symptoms such as irregular menstruation, excessive bleeding, abdominal swelling, or pelvic pain to consult a gynecologist without delay. Regular health check-ups were also stressed as vital for early identification of potential issues, significantly improving treatment success rates. The patient's health condition is reported to be stable following the surgery.