About Endometriosis
Key Highlights
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Provides definitive diagnosis through direct visualization of pelvic organs.Offers simultaneous treatment by removing or destroying endometrial implants and scar tissue.Minimally invasive approach (laparoscopy) leads to smaller scars, less pain, and faster recovery compared to open surgery.Can significantly reduce chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, and pain during intercourse.May improve fertility outcomes by restoring normal pelvic anatomy and removing obstacles to conception.
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic pelvic pain that is severe or unresponsive to medication.
- Severe dysmenorrhea (painful periods) that interferes with daily activities.
- Pain during or after sexual intercourse (dyspareunia).
- Infertility evaluation where endometriosis is a suspected cause.
- Presence of an ovarian cyst suspected to be an endometrioma.
- Gastrointestinal or urinary symptoms (e.g., painful bowel movements, bloating) that coincide with the menstrual cycle.
- Findings suggestive of endometriosis on ultrasound or MRI.
How to prepare
- Complete pre-operative medical evaluation, including blood tests and possibly an ECG.
- Detailed discussion with the surgeon about the procedure's goals, risks, and alternatives.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the surgery as instructed.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised by the doctor.
- Arranging for transportation and post-operative support at home for the initial recovery days.
- Bowel preparation may sometimes be required to improve surgical visibility.
Risks & possible complications
- General risks of anesthesia and surgery.
- Bleeding, infection, or injury to nearby organs (bladder, intestines, blood vessels, ureters).
- Formation of new scar tissue (adhesions) after surgery.
- Rare risk of nerve damage or chronic post-surgical pain.
- Potential for incomplete removal of endometriosis, leading to symptom recurrence.
- In very rare cases, conversion to an open abdominal procedure (laparotomy) may be necessary.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically short, often same-day discharge or 1-night observation.
- Manage post-operative pain with prescribed medications.
- Rest for the first few days, with gradual increase in light activity. Avoid heavy lifting for 2-4 weeks.
- Care for small incision sites to prevent infection.
- Expect some shoulder tip pain from the gas used in laparoscopy; it resolves in a day or two.
- Follow-up appointment with the gynecologist to discuss surgical findings and a long-term management plan, which may include hormonal therapy to suppress recurrence.
- Return to normal activities and work usually within 1-2 weeks, depending on the job's physical demands.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-1 days
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering endometriosis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for endometriosis in India include Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform endometriosis. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for endometriosis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Endometriosis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing endometriosis.
Pooja Davis, a 32-year-old high school...
Pooja Davis, a 32-year-old high school teacher, had always struggled with painful periods, but over the past two years, the pain became debilitating. It was no longer confined to her cycle; she experienced chronic pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, and severe fatigue. Her dream of starting a family felt increasingly out of reach after a year of unsuccessful trying. After multiple dismissals of her pain as 'bad cramps,' she was referred to a gynaecologist. An ultrasound revealed a likely endometrioma on her ovary. The doctor recommended a diagnostic laparoscopy with excision surgery to confirm and remove the endometriosis lesions. Pooja was terrified of surgery but desperate for answers and relief. The procedure confirmed Stage III endometriosis, which was meticulously excised. Her recovery was challenging for the first week, but by week three, the constant background pain she had lived with was gone. Six months post-op, her cyclical pain is dramatically reduced, and she and her husband have renewed hope for conception. Emotionally, she moved from feeling broken and dismissed to validated and empowered, finally having a name for her struggle and a path forward.
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