Types of Gynecological Surgeries treated at Punj Hospital
Types of Gynecological Surgeries at Punj Hospital
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Procedure: A minimally invasive surgery that uses a laparoscope (a thin tube with a camera).
- Applications: Treatment of ovarian cysts, endometriosis, fibroids, and ectopic pregnancies; also used for hysterectomy.
- Benefits: Faster recovery, less pain, and minimal scarring.
- Hysterectomy
- Procedure: Surgical removal of the uterus.
- Types:
- Total Hysterectomy (entire uterus removed).
- Partial Hysterectomy (only the upper part of the uterus removed).
- Radical Hysterectomy (removal of the uterus, cervix, and part of the vagina).
- Applications: Uterine fibroids, endometriosis, uterine cancer, and excessive menstrual bleeding.
- Myomectomy
- Procedure: Surgical removal of uterine fibroids while preserving the uterus.
- Applications: Relief from heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, and infertility. Can be performed via laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, or open surgery.
- Oophorectomy
- Procedure: Removal of one or both ovaries.
- Applications: Treatment of ovarian cancer, large ovarian cysts, endometriosis, or cancer prevention in high-risk women.
- Salpingectomy
- Procedure: Removal of one or both fallopian tubes.
- Applications: Treatment of ectopic pregnancies, infections, or cancer; also performed for sterilization.
- Endometrial Ablation
- Procedure: Destruction of the uterine lining (endometrium) to treat heavy menstrual bleeding.
- Applications: Relief from heavy or prolonged menstruation and abnormal uterine bleeding.
- Hysteroscopy
- Procedure: A thin, lighted tube (hysteroscope) is inserted through the vagina into the uterus for diagnosis and treatment of abnormalities.
- Applications: Diagnosis and treatment of uterine polyps, fibroids, and abnormal bleeding.
- Tubal Ligation
- Procedure: A permanent sterilization method where the fallopian tubes are cut, tied, or sealed.
- Applications: Contraception.
- Colposcopy and Cervical Biopsy
- Procedure: Examination of the cervix using a colposcope, with a tissue sample taken if necessary.
- Applications: Detection of abnormal Pap smear results, cervical cancer, or precancerous conditions.
- Pelvic Floor Repair Surgery
- Procedure: Surgical correction of pelvic organ prolapse (bladder, rectum, or uterus).
- Applications: Uterine prolapse, bladder prolapse (cystocele), or rectal prolapse (rectocele).
These surgeries provide relief from gynecological issues and significantly improve the quality of life for women.