What is gynaecological laparoscopy?
A gynaecological laparoscopy is a keyhole procedure that allows your surgeon to examine the fallopian tubes, ovaries and womb. The procedure is commonly used to: diagnose and treat endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease treat an ectopic pregnancy perform female sterilisation (permanent birth control) monitor the effects of fertility drugs on the ovaries remove an ovarian cyst or take a biopsy A laparoscope is a long, thin telescope with a light and camera lens at the tip. It is passed into the abdomen through small cuts. Your surgeon will examine your organs by looking directly through the laparoscope, or at pictures sent to a TV screen. The examination is routinely done under general anaesthesia as a day case. This means you will be asleep during the procedure. What are the alternatives? Depending on your symptoms and circumstances, alternative options may include: imaging techniques – ultrasound, CT or MRI scans can help diagnose or monitor some health conditions open surgery –
