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Laparoscopic Removal of Ovarian Cyst

Laparoscopic removal of an ovarian cyst, or laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy, is a minimally invasive surgical procedure using small incisions to remove the cyst from the ovary, preserving healthy ovarian tissue and offering a quicker recovery than traditional "open" surgery. 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

• Why it's done:

  It's used when cysts are persistent, enlarging, causing symptoms, or need further examination to rule out malignancy. 

• How it's performed:

  • A small incision is made near the belly button to introduce the laparoscope and carbon dioxide gas, which expands the abdomen for better visibility. 
  • One or two additional small incisions are made to insert surgical instruments. 
  • The surgeon then identifies the cyst, removes it, and may send it to a lab for examination (histology). 
  • The liquid content of the cyst normally has to be drained so that the cyst sac is small enough to be removed with a bag through one of the cuts in your abdomen 
  • The surgeon will carefully check for any bleeding before releasing most of the gas from your abdomen. 

• Benefits:

  Laparoscopic surgery offers several advantages, including:
  • Smaller incisions lead to less pain and scarring. 
  • Shorter hospital stay and quicker recovery time. 
  • Preservation of fertility by preserving ovarian tissue. 

• When is it recommended?

  It's typically recommended if the cyst is likely benign and not cancerous, or if the cyst is causing symptoms or is too large to be managed through observation or other methods. 

• Open (Laparotomy) Surgery:

  In cases of very large or suspected cancerous cysts, a larger incision (laparotomy) might be required for better access and potentially a full ovary removal. 

• What is it?

  Laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy is a "keyhole" surgery where small incisions are made in the abdomen to access the ovaries, allowing surgeons to remove cysts using specialized instruments and a small camera (laparoscope). 

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