Diagnostic & Operative Laparoscopy
What Does Diagnostic & Operative Laparoscopy Mean?
Diagnostic and operative laparoscopy are minimally invasive surgical procedures used to examine and treat conditions within the abdomen and pelvic region. Laparoscopy involves small incisions through which a thin, lighted tube called a laparoscope is inserted to view the internal organs.
In diagnostic laparoscopy, the procedure is performed to investigate unexplained pelvic pain, infertility, or other conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, or adhesions. It allows doctors to directly view the reproductive organs and take biopsies if needed.
Operative laparoscopy goes a step further by enabling the surgeon to perform treatments during the same procedure. This can include removing cysts, correcting blockages, or treating endometriosis.
Both procedures are typically done under general anesthesia and offer benefits such as quicker recovery times, smaller scars, and less pain compared to traditional open surgery. Laparoscopy provides essential diagnostic and therapeutic options for patients with various reproductive health concerns.
The Diagnostic & Operative Laparoscopy Process
Diagnostic and operative laparoscopy are minimally invasive procedures used to explore and treat abdominal and pelvic issues
Here’s how it works:
1: Preparation
The patient is placed under general anesthesia for the procedure. Small incisions (usually 1-2) are made near the belly button to insert the laparoscope and other instruments.
2: Diagnostic Laparoscopy
A thin tube with a camera and light, is inserted into the abdomen through one of the incisions. The surgeon views the images on a monitor to assess the pelvic organs for issues like endometriosis, fibroids, or cysts. Additional tools may be used to take biopsies or samples if needed.
3: Operative Laparoscopy
If a problem is identified, the surgeon can use specialized instruments, inserted through the other small incisions, to treat the condition, such as removing cysts, correcting blockages, or excising endometriosis tissue.
4: Recovery
After the procedure, patients usually experience a shorter recovery time compared to traditional surgery, with less pain and smaller scars.
Laparoscopy is a safe and effective way to diagnose and treat a variety of gynecological and reproductive health issues.