If you need Fibroid Removal (Myomectomy), waiting for diagnosis and treatment can be stressful. This guide explains the conditions that commonly lead to it and how private medical insurance can help you get seen and treated sooner.
What conditions lead to Fibroid Removal (Myomectomy)?
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids affect up to 70% of women by age 50, but are symptomatic in around a third. Large or multiple fibroids cause heavy menstrual bleeding that can cause iron-deficiency anaemia, pelvic pressure and pain, urinary frequency, and pregnancy complications. Myomectomy – surgical removal of fibroids while preserving the uterus – is preferred for women who wish to retain fertility. It can be performed laparoscopically, hysteroscopically, or as open surgery depending on fibroid size and location.
How private health insurance can help with Fibroid Removal (Myomectomy)
PMI covers gynaecological assessment, pelvic MRI for fibroid mapping, laparoscopic or hysteroscopic myomectomy, and post-operative care – restoring quality of life without a year-long NHS wait.
Depending on your policy, cover can include:
- Faster access to a specialist consultant
- Diagnostic scans such as MRI, CT, ultrasound and X-ray
- A choice of consultant and private hospital from your insurer's list
- Surgery, hospital stay and, where included, post-treatment physiotherapy or rehabilitation
Cover, limits and exclusions vary between insurers and plans. Most policies don't cover pre-existing or chronic conditions, and you'll usually need a GP referral before claiming. Always check what your policy covers before starting treatment.
How it works
- Get a quote – tell us about yourself and what you want covered, using the form on this page.
- Compare policies – an adviser compares plans from leading UK insurers and recommends suitable options.
- Get covered – choose your plan and start cover once your insurer confirms it. Claims are then made through your insurer.
Want to know more? Read our guides to individual health insurance and family health insurance.
