What is Laparoscopy?
Laparoscopy, also called MAS (Minimal Access Surgery) or keyhole surgery is a modern surgical technique, in which operations are done in the abdomen, through small incisions (0.5 to 1cm), in contrast with large incisions needed in traditional surgery. Small size of incisions leads to reduced post-operative pain, faster recovery and shorter hospital stay.

What happens during Laparoscopy?
A typical gynaecolgical laparoscopy is performed under general anesthesia. An incision of about 1 cm is made in the belly button, through which a long telescope (laparoscope), is introduced to visualize the pelvic cavity. A fibre-optic cable is used to illuminate the pelvic. A small video camera which is connected to the laparoscope, transmits the inside view of patient’s body onto a screen.

To create networking space, abdomen is distended with CO2 gas. Two or three 0.5 cms incisions are made on the side of the abdomen, to introduce fine, long operative instruments and the operative procedure is carried out.

Which patients need Laparoscopy?
Laparoscopy is indicated to confirm the diagnosis and to treat the following disease.

1. Infertility
2. Ovarian cyst
3. Polycystic Ovaries (PCO)
4. Endometriosis, Chocolate Cyst
5. Blocked Fallopian Tubes
6. Adhesiolysis
7. Ectopic Pregnancy
8. Chronic Pelvic Pain
9. Tubal Ligation (Family Planning Operation)
10. Hysterectomy (removal of uterus)
11. Myomectomy (removal of fibroids).

What are the advantages of Laparoscopy?

1. Reduced post-operative pain
2. Less need of post-operative medication
3. Early mobility
4. Reduced hospital stay
5. Early resumption of work
6. Less chance of infection
7. Less blood loss
8. Less chance of incision site hernia
9. Less chance of adhesions
10. Smaller, finer and cosmetically more acceptable scars.

Is there any risk associated with Laparoscopy?
In experts hands the risk is minimal. But as per the world wide statistics, there is a small possibility of mechanical or thermal injury to the bladder, bowel or blood vessels.
In most situations, these injuries can be treated laparoscopically.

What is the recovery period following Laparoscopy?
There is a minimum discomfort after laparoscopy. Patients are discharged within 24 to 48 hours of surgery. They may resume light work within 1-2 days and are ready to return to full activity within 5-7 days of laparoscopy.

How cost-effective is Laparoscopy?
Laparoscopy requires expensive instruments and extensively trained doctors. The cost of surgery may appear more, but reduced need of postoperative medication, shorter hospital stay and early resumption of activity by the patient makes it as cost-effective as traditional surgery, along with all the benefits of laparoscopic approach.

Our Services
Pushpanjali Crosslay Hospital, offers a state of the art operation room setup, with latest laparoscopic instruments and patient monitoring systems.