Ovarian cyst
A fluid-filled sac called an ovarian cyst can develop on or inside an ovary, which is a component of the female reproductive system. Women of all ages can experience ovarian cyst development, which is common. The vast majority of ovarian cysts are benign (non-cancerous) and have no obvious symptoms. Inconvenience or health problems can occasionally result from them, despite their size variations.
What is Hysterectomy?
The surgical removal of a woman’s uterus is known as a hysterectomy. Various medical conditions are frequently treated with this surgical procedure, which can be carried out in a variety of ways, including
Abdominal Hysterectomy
Vaginal Hysterectomy
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy- This procedure uses small incisions and specialized instruments and is also known as a minimally invasive or robotic-assisted hysterectomy. Compared to an abdominal hysterectomy, there is frequently less pain and a quicker recovery.
What is Tubectomy?
Tubectomy, also referred to as tubal ligation or female sterilization, is a surgical procedure used for women’s permanent contraception. A tubectomy prevents eggs from moving from the ovaries into the fallopian tubes, where fertilization usually takes place, by blocking, sealing, or cutting the tubes. Obsting the sperm from reaching the egg, effectively prevents conception.
Women who are certain they do not want to have any more children or who want to avoid pregnancy permanently frequently choose tubectomy as their method of contraception because it is thought to be very effective. It is a surgical procedure that can be carried out using a variety of methods, including hysteroscopy (through the cervix), laparoscopy (minimally invasive surgery), and mini-laparotomy (small abdominal incision).
Frequently asked questions
Although laparoscopic surgery is minimally invasive and requires small incisions it is not minor surgery. Laparoscopic surgery is major surgery with the potential for major complications including bleeding and injury to the visceral organs, GI tract and bladder.
Laparoscopic surgeries require small incisions and are minimally invasive so the recovery time is typically less than surgeries performed through traditional methods. Patients can go home after doctors have checked for any side effects and the effects of the anesthesia have worn off.
After patients are discharged from the hospital, they undergo recovery at home. Keeping a few things in mind will ensure fast and proper recovery after laparoscopy:
(i) Avoid alcohol, fast food and driving for 1 to 2 days after the surgery
(ii) Ensure you are on bed rest for at least 3 days
(iii) You can remove the bandage the morning after the surgery but steri-strips should be removed 2-3 days after the surgery
(iv) You can resume bathing a few hours after the surgery
Typically laparoscopic surgery uses two to four small incisions of half an inch or less.
Laparoscopy used to diagnose a condition can take anywhere between 30 and 60 minutes. Laparoscopic surgery used to treat conditions can take longer depending on the type of surgery.