Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used for determining and treating infertility problems. The process involves making small incisions in the stomach for inserting surgical instruments and laparoscope. This procedure can also be used for performing other abdominal and pelvic surgeries.
Many patients have questions about its effects on fertility or chances of pregnancy. However, the fact is that laparoscopy actually increases your chances of pregnancy as it can treat infertility issues.
Why Do You Need Laparoscopy?
Laparoscopy is generally used to determine and treat the cause of infertility. This is performed only if symptoms demand for that testing. In general, doctors suggest laparoscopy for the following reasons:
- People having pain during sex
- Women who have severe menstrual crampsÂ
- If endometriosis is suspected
- Pelvic inflammatory diseases are suspected
- If the doctor suspects chances of ectopic pregnancy
In some cases, if an issue is detected through laparoscopy, the surgeon may remove, or treat the condition immediately. Apart from this, laparoscopy procedure is also helpful for treating the following causes of infertility in women:
- Hydrosalpinx is a condition where the fallopian tube gets blocked. If the blocked fallopian is removed, the chances of conceiving with IVF would increase.
- Endometrial deposits which will affect your fertility.
- An ovarian cyst that may block the fallopian tube.
- A fibroid that can also block the fallopian tube.
- PCOS
How is Laparoscopy Performed?
Before beginning the laparoscopy procedure, you will be given anesthesia so that you will not have any pain or discomfort. During the procedure, the doctor will make small incisions on your stomach to insert a laparoscope. The laparoscope is a thin fibre-optic tube that has a camera to let your doctor see the structure of your abdomen. Gas will be inserted into your abdomen to lift the abdomen wall. This helps your doctor to view the reproductive organs clearly during the procedure. Additional instruments may also be inserted if required. The surgeon will view the pelvic area and abdominal organs to look for signs of cysts, fibroids, or other issues.
With this procedure, the surgeons can have a better view of your abdomen than other traditional surgical procedures. They can also diagnose and treat any fertility problems easily with this procedure.
Will Laparoscopy Reduce My Chances of Pregnancy?
If you are planning to undergo laparoscopy, you do not need to worry that it might affect your chances of pregnancy. Laparoscopy can treat several infertility issues in women. Many women undergo laparoscopy for issues such as blocked fallopian tubes, fibroids, ovarian cysts, hydrosalpinx, etc. They will actually benefit from the procedure as the conditions get treated and thereby the chances of pregnancy increase.
Laparoscopy can determine several infertility issues that may not be identified with ultrasound. For example, mild endometriosis cannot be identified with ultrasound but can be detected through laparoscopy.
Benefits of Laparoscopy
Laparoscopy has several benefits over traditional surgical procedures. Laparoscopy is less invasive and uses only two or three small incisions. In traditional procedures, the incisions are made deep into the abdomen which makes the patient stay in the hospital for two or three days.
Other benefits of laparoscopy include:
- Low chances of infections
- Minimal scars
- The issue can be corrected during the procedure such as tissue correction
- Faster recovery. The patient can return home on the same day of the surgery
If you receive treatment during the laparoscopy procedure, the chances of pregnancy may even raise immediately.
Planning for Laparoscopy Procedure? Visit Angels Fertility
If you are planning to undergo a laparoscopic procedure to diagnose your infertility issue, visit Angels Fertility right away. We have a team of experienced and qualified fertility specialists who have helped several couples with infertility problems. Our doctors will discuss with you about the possible options and determine if laparoscopy is suitable for you. We offer efficient treatment at an affordable cost. We are just a call away and we can assure the best possible results.