Laparoscopy, often referred to as keyhole surgery, has revolutionized the way many gynecological conditions are diagnosed and treated. With its minimally invasive approach, laparoscopy offers both diagnostic and operative benefits, providing women with safer, faster, and more effective solutions to their health problems.
As a trusted Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist in Kharadi, Pune, Dr. Shipra Kunwar specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques, ensuring patients receive accurate diagnoses and optimal treatment with minimal discomfort.
Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses a thin tube with a camera (laparoscope) inserted through small incisions in the abdomen to view the pelvic organs. It allows the doctor to examine the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and surrounding areas with high precision.
Depending on the need, laparoscopy can be performed for two primary purposes:
Diagnostic Laparoscopy – To identify the cause of symptoms.
Operative Laparoscopy – To treat identified conditions during the same procedure.
When conventional tests like ultrasound or blood reports do not give clear answers, diagnostic laparoscopy becomes a valuable tool. It helps in visually inspecting the pelvic organs to detect conditions such as:
Endometriosis
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Ovarian cysts
Ectopic pregnancy
Uterine fibroids
Infertility-related issues
Adhesions (scar tissue)
This procedure ensures an accurate diagnosis, allowing for timely and appropriate treatment planning.
If a problem is detected during diagnostic laparoscopy, it can often be treated immediately through operative laparoscopy. Using specialized instruments inserted through additional small incisions, the surgeon can perform necessary procedures such as:
Removal of ovarian cysts
Treatment of endometriosis
Myomectomy (fibroid removal)
Tubal surgeries (unblocking fallopian tubes)
Adhesiolysis (removal of adhesions)
Hysterectomy (removal of uterus in selected cases)
Management of ectopic pregnancy
This dual capability of diagnosis and treatment in one session makes laparoscopy highly efficient.
Dr. Shipra Kunwar may recommend laparoscopy if you experience:
Unexplained pelvic pain
Difficulty in conceiving (infertility)
Recurrent ovarian cysts
Irregular menstrual bleeding with suspected fibroids
History of pelvic infections
Suspected endometriosis or adhesions
Ectopic pregnancy
Each case is assessed individually to ensure laparoscopy is the right choice for you.
Most patients experience a quick recovery after laparoscopy. Mild discomfort, bloating, or shoulder tip pain (due to gas used during the procedure) is common but temporary. Patients can usually:
Walk on the same day of surgery
Resume light activities in 2-3 days
Return to work within a week (depending on procedure complexity)
Dr. Shipra Kunwar provides detailed post-operative care instructions to ensure a smooth and safe recovery.
Laparoscopy has emerged as a game-changer in modern gynecology, offering women a safer, quicker, and more effective way to diagnose and treat various conditions. Whether it's for evaluating unexplained pain, managing infertility, or treating gynecological disorders, laparoscopy under the expert care of Dr. Shipra Kunwar ensures the best outcomes with minimal discomfort.
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