Laparoscopy

Laparoscopy: A Cutting-Edge Method for Diagnosing and Treating Infertility

In the context of infertility, fertility specialists at Netcare IVF | Fertility Centre use laparoscopy (a minimally invasive surgical procedure) to identify and address gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, pelvic adhesions, and ovarian cysts, which may interfere with fertility.

By providing a clear view of the reproductive organs within the abdomen, laparoscopy allows for both diagnosis and potential treatment during the same procedure, which can enhance the chances of successful IVF. With over two decades of experience assisting patients with fertility challenges, our specialists are committed to offering the most effective and innovative cutting-edge technologies to help patients overcome infertility.

What infertility issues can laparoscopy address?

Laparoscopy can effectively address several infertility issues, including:

Endometriosis: It allows for the diagnosis and removal of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, which can interfere with fertility.
Pelvic Adhesions: The procedure can identify and remove scar tissue that may block the fallopian tubes or affect reproductive organs.
Ovarian Cysts: Laparoscopy can help in the diagnosis and treatment of cysts on the ovaries that may hinder ovulation.
Tubal Factor Infertility: It can evaluate and repair damaged fallopian tubes, improving the chances of natural conception.
Uterine Abnormalities: The procedure can diagnose and correct issues like fibroids or polyps that may affect implantation and pregnancy.

The Benefits of Laparoscopy

Laparoscopy has gained preference in surgical procedures in the context of infertility evaluation and infertility treatment due to several key advantages over traditional open surgery, including:

Smaller incisions and better cosmetic outcomes
Less pain and shorter recovery time
Reduced risk of infection
Diagnostic and therapeutic
Less blood loss
Faster return to fertility treatments
Improved success rates

What to Anticipate During the Procedure

During a laparoscopy, the procedure typically unfolds as follows:

Preparation: You’ll be given general anesthesia, so you’ll be asleep and pain-free throughout the operation.
Incision: The surgeon makes a small incision, usually near your belly button. This is the entry point for the instruments.
Insufflation: Carbon dioxide is pumped into your abdomen through the incision. This inflates the tummy, creating more space for the surgeon to see and work.
Laparoscope Insertion: A laparoscope—a thin, flexible tube with a camera—is inserted through the incision. The camera sends images of your abdominal cavity to a monitor, allowing the surgeon to examine your organs.
Additional Incisions (if necessary): If the procedure involves surgery, the surgeon may make one or more additional small incisions to insert surgical instruments.
Surgical Intervention: If a condition is being treated, the surgeon performs the necessary procedure using the tools inserted through the small incisions.
Completion: Once the examination or surgery is complete, the carbon dioxide is released from your abdomen. The incisions are closed with stitches or clips, and a dressing is applied.

The entire procedure usually lasts between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on whether it’s diagnostic or involves treatment.

Afterward, you’ll be monitored in recovery as the anesthesia wears off.

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