Laparoscopy
What is the meaning of laparoscopy?
A laparoscope is used to look inside your pelvic area during gynecologic laparoscopy, which significantly reduces the size of the incision.
Endoscopic surgery refers to a group of surgical procedures performed with a laparoscope or hysteroscope. Laparoscopy can be used for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Advantages of Laparoscopic Surgery
The benefits of Laparoscopic Surgery performed at Harsh Hospital, Surat are:
- Rapid post-op recovery.
- Less post-op pain.
- Decreased need for post-op analgesia.
- Shorter hospital stays, reducing concomitant cost.
- Quicker resumption of day-to-day activity.
- Less adhesion formation.
- Less blood loss.
- Minimal abdominal scar.
- Lesser risk of incisional hernia.
- Higher patient satisfaction.
Laparoscopic Procedures are considered to be therapeutic for the following condition:
Minor
- Tubal sterilization
- Adhesiolysis ( without bowel involvement)
- Aspiration of simple ovarian cyst
- Ovarian biopsy
Moderate
Ectopic pregnancy
- Salpingostomy
- Segmental resection
- Salpingectomy
- salpingo-oophorectomy
- Endometriosis: Ablation by diathermy or laser
Ovary
- Diathermy for PCOS
- Drainage of endometriomas
- Ovarian cystectomy
- Salpingo-ovarioles
Uterus
- Myomectomy
- Laparoscopy-assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH)
- Adhesiolysis (including bowel involvement)
Extensive procedures
- Major endometriosis
- Myomectomy
- Retroperitoneal lymphadenectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Urinary incontinence
- Sacrocolpopexy
How to prepare for a gynecologic laparoscopy?
The preparation for gynecologic laparoscopy can be done in the following way:
- The type of surgery determines the level of preparation. Various procedures, like imaging tests, may be required, and your doctor may suggest fasting or an enema.
- Any medications you’re taking should be disclosed to your doctor. This includes OTC medications and supplements. It’s possible that you’ll have to put a stop to them before the treatment.
- Request a ride from a friend or arrange for a vehicle service following the surgery. You will not be permitted to operate a motor vehicle on your own.
What are the risks of laparoscopy?
The risks of laparoscopy surgery include:
Skin irritation and bladder infection are common side effects of this procedure.
More serious complications are rare. However, they include:
- damage to an abdominal blood vessel, bladder, bowel, uterus and other pelvic structures.
- nerve damage
- allergic reactions
- adhesions
- blood clots
- problems with urinating
There are a few conditions that increase the risk of complications including:
- previous abdominal surgery
- obesity
- being very thin
- extreme endometriosis
- pelvic infection
- chronic bowel disease
Pay close attention to your body during the recovery period. Write down any side effects you’re experiencing and discuss them with your doctor.
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