How to manage a patient in immediate post op after Hysteroscopic myomectomy

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Immediate Post-Op Management After Hysteroscopic Myomectomy

Hysteroscopic myomectomy is typically a day-case procedure, but the immediate recovery period requires vigilant monitoring for several procedure-specific complications alongside routine post-anaesthetic care.

1. Recovery Room Monitoring (PACU)

Standard vital signs:

Continuous pulse oximetry, heart rate, BP every 15 minutes for at least 1 hour
Temperature monitoring (early fever within 24 hours is usually non-infectious - atelectasis, tissue trauma, haematoma)
Respiratory rate and oxygen saturation - watch for pulmonary oedema from fluid overload

Urine output:

Catheterise if not already done, or confirm voiding
Monitor hourly urine output - oliguria may signal fluid shifts or haemodynamic compromise

2. Fluid Balance and Distension Media Monitoring (Highest Priority)

This is the most critical and unique post-operative concern for hysteroscopic procedures.

Intra-operative thresholds carried into immediate post-op:

Fluid Deficit	Action
750 mL	Warning sign - anaesthetist alerted
1,000-1,500 mL (hypotonic media: glycine, sorbitol)	Terminate procedure; check electrolytes
2,500 mL (isotonic/saline with bipolar)	Terminate; cardiac overload risk

Post-op actions based on total deficit:

Document the intra-operative fluid deficit in the handover
Check serum electrolytes (Na+, K+), glucose, and haematocrit in recovery if deficit exceeded 1,000 mL of non-electrolyte solution or 1,500 mL of saline
Obtain an ECG if hyponatraemia or cardiovascular symptoms are present

- Berek & Novak's Gynecology, p. 533 - Schwartz's Principles of Surgery, 11th ed., p. 1824

3. Recognition and Management of Distension Media Absorption Syndrome (TUR/TURP-like Syndrome)

Absorption of hypotonic distension media (glycine 1.5%, sorbitol 3%, sorbitol-mannitol) causes dilutional hyponatraemia and hypervolaemia - analogous to TURP syndrome. This can occur as late as several hours after the procedure ends.

Signs and symptoms to watch for:

Confusion, agitation, restlessness, headache
Nausea and vomiting
Hypertension followed by hypotension
Bradycardia, ECG changes
Pulmonary oedema (dyspnoea, crepitations)
Cerebral oedema (seizures, coma)

Management by severity:

Serum Na+	Clinical State	Treatment
>120 mEq/L, mild symptoms	Fluid restriction + IV furosemide (loop diuretic)	Watch and reassess
<120 mEq/L, severe symptoms	IV hypertonic saline (3% NaCl) carefully	ICU-level monitoring; avoid rapid correction (central pontine myelinolysis risk)
Cardiovascular collapse	Supportive: O2, vasopressors, ventilation as needed	Critical care

Note: If bipolar instruments with normal saline were used, hyponatraemia is avoided but hypervolaemia alone can still cause cardiac overload at deficits >1,500 mL.

- Miller's Anesthesia, 10th ed., pp. 8477-8478

4. Haemorrhage Monitoring

Assess vaginal bleeding - light spotting/discharge is normal
Heavy bleeding with clots, tachycardia, hypotension - suspect uterine perforation or inadequate haemostasis
Check haematocrit if bleeding appears significant
Have IV access with at least 1 large-bore cannula

5. Uterine Perforation - Post-op Surveillance

Perforation risk is highest with G2 fibroids (deep intramural extension). The first sign intra-operatively is a rapid increase in fluid deficit.

Post-op red flags suggesting perforation:

Disproportionate abdominal pain, especially if increasing
Peritoneal signs (guarding, rigidity)
Haemodynamic instability despite adequate fluid replacement
Fever with tachycardia in the first few hours

Management:

If perforation without electrode activation was identified intra-operatively and no bowel/bladder injury was found: observe and discharge if stable
If electrode was active at time of perforation, or if bowel/bladder injury is suspected: proceed to laparoscopy/laparotomy to inspect for visceral injury

- Berek & Novak's Gynecology, p. 533

6. Pain Management

Hysteroscopic myomectomy causes uterine cramping-type pain post-op (from uterine contractions helping expel fibroid fragments)
First-line: NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, mefenamic acid) - also reduce uterine bleeding
Second-line: paracetamol ± weak opioids (e.g., tramadol) if NSAIDs contraindicated
Severe or colicky pain may represent uterine distension from haematometra - consider ultrasound if suspected

7. Antiemetics and Nausea

Nausea is common from general anaesthesia and from fluid shifts
Ondansetron 4 mg IV is first-line
Rule out hyponatraemia as a cause of persistent nausea or vomiting

8. Infection Prevention

Routine prophylactic antibiotics are typically given pre-operatively (single-dose cefazolin or co-amoxiclav)
Post-op antibiotics are not routinely required for uncomplicated cases
Early fever (<24 hours post-op) is usually non-infectious (tissue trauma, haematoma, atelectasis)
Fever after day 3-5 may indicate UTI; after day 4-6, consider VTE; after day 7+, consider surgical site infection

9. VTE Prophylaxis

Hysteroscopic myomectomy is a minimally invasive procedure with low VTE risk
Early mobilisation is the key intervention - encourage ambulation within 2-4 hours of recovery
Compression stockings (TED) in recovery
LMWH (e.g., enoxaparin) based on individual risk stratification (prolonged procedure, obesity, malignancy history)

10. Discharge Criteria (Day-Case)

The patient may be discharged when:

Haemodynamically stable with no active bleeding
Pain controlled on oral analgesia
Voiding spontaneously
Tolerating oral fluids
Serum electrolytes checked and within acceptable limits (if applicable)
No signs of peritonism or systemic infection
Responsible adult at home; written discharge instructions given

Discharge instructions to include:

Expect light vaginal bleeding/spotting for 1-2 weeks
Pelvic rest for 2 weeks (no intercourse, no tampons)
Return to ED if: heavy bleeding (soaking >1 pad/hour), severe abdominal pain, fever >38°C, dizziness/syncope
Follow-up in 4-6 weeks (or earlier for G2 fibroid cases requiring repeat resection)

Summary Checklist

Priority	Action
1	Document intra-op fluid deficit at handover
2	Monitor vitals and O2 saturation closely x1 hour
3	Check electrolytes if deficit >1,000 mL
4	Manage pain with NSAIDs + paracetamol
5	Watch for signs of perforation, bleeding, or fluid absorption
6	Early mobilisation; VTE prophylaxis
7	Discharge only when stable, eating, voiding

Sources:

Berek & Novak's Gynecology, Procedure-Specific Risks / Fluid Absorption and Electrolyte Imbalance sections, pp. 532-533
Schwartz's Principles of Surgery, 11th ed., Operative Hysteroscopy, p. 1824
Miller's Anesthesia, 10th ed., Treatment of TURP Syndrome, pp. 8477-8478
Tintinalli's Emergency Medicine, Postoperative Gynecologic Complications, p. 3145

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          sectionHeaderRow("B4. Pain & Analgesia Review", 3, "2E5FAC"),
          physItemRow("Pain score documented and acceptable (NRS ≤3 at rest)", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("NSAIDs prescribed (e.g. ibuprofen 400 mg TDS) unless contraindicated", WHITE),
          physItemRow("Paracetamol 1 g QDS prescribed as adjunct", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("Opioid prescribed PRN if NSAIDs insufficient (with monitoring plan)", WHITE),
          physItemRow("Severe colicky pain post-op: consider haematometra — USS abdomen/pelvis", LIGHT_GREY),

          sectionHeaderRow("B5. VTE Prophylaxis", 3, "2E5FAC"),
          physItemRow("VTE risk assessed (low / moderate / high)", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("TED compression stockings applied", WHITE),
          physItemRow("Early ambulation ordered (within 2–4 hours of recovery)", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("LMWH prescribed if moderate/high risk (e.g. enoxaparin 40 mg SC daily)", WHITE),

          sectionHeaderRow("B6. Infection / Antimicrobial Review", 3, "2E5FAC"),
          physItemRow("Prophylactic antibiotic given pre-op (confirmed in notes)", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("Post-op antibiotics NOT routinely required — documented", WHITE),
          physItemRow("Fever >38°C in first 24 h — assess for non-infectious causes first (atelectasis, haematoma)", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("If fever ≥day 3–5: MSU for MC&S; consider UTI", WHITE),

          sectionHeaderRow("B7. Follow-Up Plan", 3, "2E5FAC"),
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          physItemRow("Histology result chase plan documented", WHITE),
          physItemRow("Repeat hysteroscopy planned if incomplete G2 resection", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("Intrauterine adhesion prevention discussed (if applicable)", WHITE),
          physItemRow("Contraception / fertility plan discussed with patient", LIGHT_GREY),

          sectionHeaderRow("B8. Physician Discharge Authorisation", 3, "2E5FAC"),
          physItemRow("All nursing discharge readiness criteria met (Section A7)", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("Electrolytes reviewed and within acceptable limits", WHITE),
          physItemRow("No ongoing haemorrhage, perforation concern, or fluid toxicity signs", LIGHT_GREY),
          physItemRow("Discharge summary / TTOs completed", WHITE),
          physItemRow("GP letter dictated / sent", LIGHT_GREY),
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      // ══ SIGNATURES ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════
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