Removal of ovarian cyst

Ovarian cyst is a tumor-like cavity with a fluid that has formed in the ovary, while increasing its volume. Most often this disease is diagnosed in women of childbearing age. Slightly less often they suffer from women over 50 years old.

Types of cysts

The most common type of this pathology is the functional cyst. As a rule, it appears when there is a violation of the functions of the ovary on the background of a hormonal malfunction or when the immune system of a woman is weakened. In most cases, the functional cyst does not require treatment , since over time it resolves itself.

If within two months the cyst does not decrease in size, then, most likely, an organic tumor was formed. In this case, it is necessary to remove the ovarian cyst, and as soon as possible. After all, if this is not done, then there is a high risk that an increase in the size of the cyst can seriously damage the ovary itself.

Detection of the ovarian cyst

The most reliable and reliable method that will detect any stage of the disease is a standard ultrasound examination of the pelvic organs. As a rule, it helps to detect the presence of a cyst even before it sprouts. If the results of ultrasound confirm the occurrence of the disease, then for the beginning prescribed medication. In cases where it does not help, removal of the ovarian cyst is necessary.

Treatment.

As already mentioned, at the initial stage of the disease resort to medical treatment. As a rule, prescribe drugs with hormones that promote resorption of the tumor, and anti-inflammatory drugs. Within three months, to be exact 3 menstrual cycles, the patient should be observed at the gynecologist. If after this time the tumor does not resolve, then surgery is required.

Until recently, any surgical intervention involved the appearance of scars on the body of a woman. Now all this is done with the help of three punctures - in a place near the navel one is performed and in the iliac regions two more. This operation is called "laparoscopic removal of the ovarian cyst". When it is performed, special surgical instruments are used that remove the tumor capsule without damaging the healthy tissue and reproductive organs. In severe cases, the doctor may resort to another type of laparoscopy - to a wedge resection. This is when, in addition to cysts, a small portion of the ovary is removed.

After the ovarian cyst has been removed, additional treatment is being done, which is aimed at restoring the possibility to become pregnant and without problems to endure and give birth to a child.

If the tumor formation is large, then a laparotomy is prescribed - removal of the ovarian cyst by opening the abdominal cavity. Compared with laparoscopy, the rehabilitation period for this type of operation lasts several days.

Removal of ovarian cyst: cost

The price of the operation will depend on the severity of the disease, the number of cysts and the complexity of the entire process. On average, it ranges from $ 600 to 3000 euros.