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Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling (Ovarian Diathermy) for PCOS
Surgery Overview
Laparoscopic ovarian drilling is a surgical treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) that can help with ovulationovulation. Electrocautery or a laser is used to destroy parts of the ovaries.
This surgery is not commonly used. But it can be an option if you still don't ovulate after you lose weight and try fertility medicines.
Ovarian drilling is usually done through a small incision (laparoscopylaparoscopy), with general anesthesiageneral anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision in the belly at the belly button. The surgeon then places a tube to inflate the belly with a small amount of air. This lets the surgeon insert the viewing tool (laparoscope) without damage to the internal organs. The surgeon looks through the laparoscope at the internal organs. Surgical tools may be inserted through the same incision or other small incisions in the pelvic area.
What To Expect
What To Expect
You will likely go home the same day and can do your normal activities within 24 hours. Your return to normal activities will depend on how quickly you recover from surgery. It may take a few days or as long as 2 to 4 weeks.
Why It Is Done
Why It Is Done
Ovarian drilling is sometimes used if you have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and still don't ovulate after you've tried weight loss and fertility medicine. Destroying part of the ovaries may restore regular ovulation cycles.
Information about Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling (Ovarian Diathermy) for PCOS
How Well It Works
How Well It Works
Ovarian drilling can help restore ovulation and improve the chances of becoming pregnant for some people who don't respond to other treatments.
Risks
Risks
Risks of the procedure include:
Infection of the incision.
Bleeding from the incision.
Internal bleeding.
Accidental injury to internal organs or major blood vessels. This can be from the laparoscope or surgical tools.
Pain after the procedure, from inflating the belly with air.
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