The method that enables the visualization of reproductive organs and the inside of the abdomen through the use of endoscopy, allowing for the diagnosis and treatment of many gynecological diseases without open surgery, is called laparoscopy. It is also known as bloodless and scalpel-free surgery. It is performed under general anesthesia.
Despite being a surgical intervention, it leaves very little scar on the patient. The patient can easily return to their daily life after the surgery. Laparoscopy is used when imaging techniques such as ultrasound, CT scans, and MRI scans are not sufficient for diagnosis.
Laparoscopy is utilized in the detection of cases such as masses in the ovaries, tubes, and uterus, ectopic pregnancy, ovarian cysts, fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic pain, menstrual pain, genital anomalies, and infertility. It is also used for treatment purposes, such as ligation of tubes, removal of ovarian cysts, ectopic pregnancy surgeries, opening of intra-abdominal adhesions, removal of fibroids, removal of the uterus through the vagina, and treatment of uterine prolapse.
This article is for informational purposes only. Consultation with a specialist should be sought when necessary.
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