Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure to internally view your pelvic organs and address many gynecological problems. This is accomplished by using a fiber-optic camera passed through a very small incision in the abdomen. Diagnostic laparoscopy is used to internally view the reproductive organs and assist in diagnosing a problem. It is useful in the evaluation of pelvic pain, examining a pelvic mass, diagnosing endometriosis or pelvic infections, and in infertility evaluation. Operative laparoscopy is when a problem is addressed such as removing a cyst, treatment of endometriosis, hysterectomy, tubal ligation or removing scar tissue.
POSTOPERATIVE EXPECTATIONS
- Abdominal soreness
- Vaginal spotting
- Menstrual irregularity
WHEN TO CALL
We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address concerns. You should contact us for any of the following concerns:
- Severe pain
- Fever of 101 or greater
- Any redness, swelling or drainage from the incision sites
- Vaginal bleeding soaking more than 1 sanitary pad in two hours
- Persistent nausea and/or vomiting for more than 24 hours post operatively