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The mean initial uterine incision measured 3.6 \u00b1 0.6 cm, and by the conclusion of the procedure, it had reduced to 2.5 \u00b1 0.4 cm. The average blood loss was 115 \u00b1 22.3 mL. The healing period ranged from 30 to 50 days. Postoperatively, 45 clinical pregnancies were recorded, with 5 cases of miscarriage. No instances of uterine rupture were observed, and no adhesions were found in patients who underwent cesarean sections following the procedure.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The laparoscopic approach utilizing \u201ccold scissors\u201d appears to be a reliable and feasible surgical option for intracapsular myomectomies, especially for women of reproductive age who may pursue postoperative conception. 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