Laparoscopy For Fertility
What is a laparoscopy?
A laparoscopy is a surgical procedure performed through small holes on your belly. This is also known as keyhole surgery.
You will be asleep (under general anaesthetic) during the surgery. Gas (carbon dioxide) is used to expand your belly. A long thin camera and other instruments are passed through small holes on your belly, allowing me to see all your organs and perform the surgery.
Why get a laparoscopy for fertility?
The aim of the surgery is to find and fix any problems that are preventing you from falling pregnant. This includes:
Checking for any abnormalities of the uterus, ovaries, or fallopian tubes.
Passing fluid through your fallopian tubes to test for any blockage.
Cutting out or burning any endometriosis spots and nodules.
Removing scar tissue (adhesions) from your pelvic organs
The benefits of laparoscopy over traditional open surgery (laparotomy) include:
Better vision to identify any of the problems listed above.
Less pain, shorter stay in hospital, and faster recovery after surgery.
Smaller scars.