Learn about Endometriosis Laparoscopy Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Endometriosis Laparoscopy and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Endometriosis Laparoscopy

Endometriosis laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed by specialists in IVF and Reproductive Medicine to diagnose and treat endometriosis, a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. Using a slender instrument called a laparoscope inserted through small abdominal incisions, the surgeon visualizes pelvic organs, identifies and stages endometriotic lesions, adhesions, and ovarian cysts (endometriomas). The procedure allows for the precise excision, ablation, or vaporization of these abnormal growths. This surgery is crucial for managing chronic pelvic pain, improving fertility outcomes, and restoring normal pelvic anatomy. By removing endometriosis, it can enhance the success rates of subsequent fertility treatments like IVF.

Key Highlights

    Minimally Invasive: Involves only small incisions, leading to less pain and scarring compared to open surgery.Diagnostic & Therapeutic: Allows for both definitive diagnosis and simultaneous treatment of endometriosis.Improved Fertility Outcomes: Can enhance natural conception potential and success rates for assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like IVF.listrongPain Relief:/strong Effectively reduces chronic pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea (painful periods), and pain during intercourse./lilistrongFaster Recovery:/strong Typically enables a quicker return to daily activities and work compared to traditional laparotomy./lilistrongPrecise Treatment:/strong Provides magnified visualization for accurate removal of endometriotic implants while preserving healthy tissue./li/ul

Who is this surgery for?

  • Chronic pelvic pain unresponsive to medication.
  • Severe dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual cramps).
  • Dyspareunia (pain during or after sexual intercourse).
  • Infertility or subfertility where endometriosis is a suspected cause.
  • Presence of an endometrioma (chocolate cyst) on the ovaries.
  • Abnormal uterine bleeding or other symptoms suggesting endometriosis.
  • Preparation for IVF to improve the pelvic environment and implantation potential.
  • Confirmed or suspected deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE).

How to prepare

  • Complete pre-operative medical evaluations, including blood tests and possibly an ECG.
  • Detailed discussion with your reproductive surgeon about medical history, allergies, and current medications.
  • Discontinuation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners, NSAIDs) as advised by the doctor.
  • Fasting (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours before the scheduled surgery time.
  • Arranging for someone to drive you home and assist you for the first 24-48 hours post-surgery.
  • Informed consent process after understanding the procedure's benefits, risks, and alternatives.
  • Bowel preparation may sometimes be recommended for extensive surgery.

Risks & possible complications

  • General anesthesia risks (e.g., allergic reaction, breathing difficulties).
  • Bleeding, infection, or hematoma at the incision sites or internally.
  • Injury to nearby organs such as the bladder, ureters, bowel, or blood vessels.
  • Formation of new adhesions (scar tissue) post-surgery.
  • Rare complications like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or nerve damage.
  • Potential for incomplete removal of endometriosis, requiring further treatment.
  • Risk of recurrence of endometriosis over time.
  • Complications specific to fertility: potential, though rare, impact on ovarian reserve if endometriomas are removed.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Immediately Post-Op: Monitoring in recovery for a few hours; you may experience shoulder tip pain from the gas used.
  • At Home: Rest is crucial for the first 3-5 days. Manage pain with prescribed medications.
  • Incision Care: Keep small incision sites clean and dry; watch for signs of infection (redness, swelling, discharge).
  • Activity: Avoid heavy lifting (more than 5-10 kg), strenuous exercise, and driving for at least 1-2 weeks. Gradual increase in light activity is encouraged.
  • Diet: Start with light foods; drink plenty of fluids to help clear anesthesia and prevent constipation.
  • Follow-up: Attend a post-operative appointment to discuss surgical findings, pathology reports, and the future fertility treatment plan.
  • Fertility Planning: Your doctor will advise on the optimal window for attempting conception or starting IVF after recovery.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 1-2 days
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Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering endometriosis laparoscopy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for endometriosis laparoscopy compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India INR 80 Thousand – 250 Thousand 1-2 days ~ 1-3 weeks Know More
Turkey TRY 280 Thousand – 875 Thousand 1-2 days ~ 1-3 weeks Know More
PATIENT REVIEW

Navya Malhotra, a 32-year-old software engineer,...

Navya Malhotra, a 32-year-old software engineer, had been trying to conceive for three years. Her periods were always excruciating, with pain radiating down her legs, and she experienced deep pain during intercourse. Her previous OB-GYN had dismissed her symptoms as 'bad periods.' After joining a new IVF clinic, her reproductive endocrinologist, Dr. Sharma, listened intently to her history. Suspecting deeply infiltrating endometriosis, which can significantly impact egg quality and implantation, Dr. Sharma recommended a diagnostic and operative laparoscopy. Navya was terrified of surgery but desperate for answers. The procedure confirmed Stage 4 endometriosis, with lesions on her ovaries and pouch of Douglas, which were excised. Recovery was painful for the first week, but by week three, the chronic pelvic pressure she'd lived with for a decade was gone. Emotionally, she moved from feeling broken and dismissed to validated and hopeful. While she still requires IVF, her first embryo transfer post-surgery was successful, and she is now 14 weeks pregnant, feeling a profound sense of relief and empowerment.

IVF and Reproductive Medicines for Endometriosis Laparoscopy

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Dr. Nivedita Vishwanath Adapa
  • 16 Years Experience
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Dr. Jyotsna Mirlay
  • 34 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore

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Dr. Nirmala Mohan
  • 26 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore

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Dr. Kiran Arora
  • 25 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
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Dr. Sarabpreet Singh
  • 16 Years Experience
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MediFyr Plus Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon

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Dr. Parul Prakash
  • 20 Years Experience
  • IVF and Reproductive Medicine
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