Ovarian Diathermy Treatment in Turkey
About Ovarian Diathermy
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery with small incisions.Effectively restores ovulation in women with PCOS who are unresponsive to clomiphene citrate.Can reduce excessive male hormone (androgen) levels, improving symptoms like acne and hirsutism.Often leads to spontaneous menstrual cycles and improved natural fertility.Lower risk of multiple pregnancies compared to fertility drug treatments.Typically a one-time procedure with potential long-term benefits./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Primary indication: Infertility due to anovulation (lack of ovulation) in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
- PCOS patients who are clomiphene citrate-resistant (do not ovulate with this medication).
- Women with PCOS who have a high risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) with gonadotropin therapy.
- To help regulate menstrual cycles in severe PCOS cases.
- As an alternative to more invasive ovarian wedge resection surgery.
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation and confirmation of PCOS diagnosis through blood tests and ultrasound.
- Fertility assessment to ensure fallopian tubes are open and male partner's semen analysis is normal.
- Discussion of all fertility treatment options with the gynecologist.
- Pre-operative tests may include blood work, ECG, and chest X-ray as needed.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the surgery as instructed.
- Arranging for someone to drive you home after the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- General risks of anesthesia and laparoscopic surgery (e.g., reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, infection).
- Risk of damage to surrounding organs (bowel, bladder, blood vessels).
- Potential for adhesion (scar tissue) formation on the ovaries or pelvis, which could affect fertility.
- Rare risk of ovarian atrophy (shrinkage) or premature ovarian failure if excessive tissue is treated.
- Theoretical risk of reduced ovarian reserve, though modern techniques minimize this.
- Possible need for a repeat procedure if ineffective.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is usually short, often same-day discharge or an overnight stay.
- Mild abdominal pain, shoulder tip pain (from gas used in laparoscopy), and bloating are common for 1-2 days.
- Pain medication and rest are recommended for the first few days.
- Light activities can be resumed within a few days; avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for 1-2 weeks.
- Bathing is usually permitted, but keep incision sites clean and dry.
- Ovulation may resume within 4-6 weeks; follow-up with the gynecologist to monitor cycles and plan conception.
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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 ovarian diathermy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for ovarian diathermy in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 ovarian diathermy. 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 ovarian diathermy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Ovarian Diathermy in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing ovarian diathermy.
Istanbul, Turkey
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Aditya Sharma, a 32-year-old software engineer,...
Aditya Sharma, a 32-year-old software engineer, had been trying to conceive with his wife for three years. A loving husband, he felt a deep sense of responsibility and a quiet ache as each month passed without success. His wife, Priya, was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), and despite months of fertility medications like clomiphene, she was not ovulating regularly. Their fertility specialist, Dr. Mehta, explained that ovarian diathermy (laparoscopic ovarian drilling) could be a next step. It was a minimally invasive procedure that could help restore normal ovulation by reducing androgen-producing tissue in her ovaries. Aditya felt a mix of hope and anxiety; this felt like a more significant intervention. On the day of Priya's surgery, he waited nervously, praying for her safety and success. The procedure went smoothly. In the weeks that followed, Priya's cycles became regular for the first time in her adult life. Four months after the diathermy, they received the news they had longed for: Priya was pregnant. Aditya's emotional journey shifted from helplessness and shared frustration to immense relief and joyful anticipation, feeling they had finally overcome a major hurdle together.
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