As we mentioned in previous articles during the last stage of the menstrual cycle normally a layer of endometriosis lining in the inside of the uterus is expelled, known as menstruation blood but instead some of the endometriosis tissues grow somewhere in the body causing endometriosis. Endometriosis also reacts to hormonal signals of the monthly menstrual cycle, building up tissue, breaking it, and eliminating it through the menstrual period. If endomatrial cancer tissues found in one of the ovary, you doctor may suggest Unilateral oophorectomy to have one or both ovaries removed . In this article, we will discuss what is unilateral oophorectomy?
I. Definition Unilateral oophorectomy is a medical procedure to have one ovary removed, if cancer or endometriosis cancerous cells are found inside in one of the ovary. After unilateral oophorectomy, the woman will continue to have menstrual cycle and can become pregnant.
II. How it work General anesthesia is needed and the oreation is done in the hospital. a) Normally, Unilateral oophorectomy is done with a laparoscopic procedure as we mentioned in previous article. Laparoscope is a thin tube containing a tiny lens and light that inserts through a small incision in the navel with a camera on the other end that allows your doctor to see the abdominal cavity on a video monitor. After the ovary is detached, it is removed though a small incision at the top of the vagina. b) Vertical incisions Vertical incisions give the doctor better view of of the abdominal cavity but it will leave some notable scar. If cancer is detected, a vertical abdominal incision is needed. After the incision the ovary is removed c) Horizontal incision If the ovary is removed by horizontal incisions it will leave a less notable scar.
III. Risk and side effects a) Heavy blood loss caused by medical instrument used during surgery. b) Heaving bleeding during or after operation c) Infection of the incision area, may be caused by bacteria or medical instruments. d) Needed to stay to hospital for 2 - 5 days e) Time to recover is longer. It may take 3- 6 weeks to return to normal activity.
IV. Other medical term a) Bilateral oophorectomy Both ovaries are removed b) Unilateral salpingo-oophorectomy Remove one Fallopian tube and one ovary in the same side c) Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy Remove both Fallopian tubes and ovaries
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1/12/2009
1/07/2009
Will Laparoscopy for Endometriosis Improve My Fertility?
Many women face infertility in their lives. Sometimes, the infertility is being caused by endometriosis. Endometriosis causes scar tissue, or adhesions, to grow and attach to your ovaries, fallopian tubes and the uterus. This can make it very difficult to become pregnant. If you are concerned about your fertility and you are seeing an infertility specialist, then laparoscopy may have been recommended to you.
Laparoscopy is used to diagnose and remove endometrial tissues that may be causing your problems. Endometriosis is a progressive condition, meaning that it can get worse and worse as time goes on. Symptoms can be mild to severe and can mimic other disorders. This is why it is very hard to diagnose without laparoscopy.
A laparoscopy procedure can help your infertility specialist actually see the endometriosis and have a definite visual confirmation that it is present. Many women with endometriosis experience painful periods, intercourse, and lower back pain. They may also have irregular and/or heavy periods. At first, these symptoms are consistent with normal menstruation and may not be considered abnormal. Over time, the symptoms can get a lot worse and alert you that something may be wrong. Infertility is the first sign of endometriosis for many women.
Your doctor will first perform a pelvic exam if endometriosis is suspected. This involves the doctor feeling and looking for abnormalities that could be caused by endometriosis. Enlarged ovaries, severe tenderness, nodules and an abnormal uterine location are things that you doctor will be looking for. The only way to know for sure that endometriosis is present, is to actually look inside of your abdominal cavity and inspect your reproductive organs. Your doctor can use a laser or surgically remove growths and lesions during a laparoscopic procedure.
Laparoscopic removal of endometriosis can greatly improve your chances of becoming pregnant. Even if your endometriosis is mild, it may cause infertility. In these mild cases, thorough removal of small implants of endometriosis via laparoscopy may help you become pregnant. If the endometriosis is a little more severe, then laparoscopy has been proven to greatly improve your chances of conception, assuming that no other major factors of infertility are at play. However, if your endometriosis is extremely severe or advanced, damage to your reproductive organs, such as your ovaries or fallopian tubes, can be extensive. In these cases, laparoscopy may not be very effective in restoring fertility. In severe cases, such as this, your doctor may give you other options for treatment, such as in vitro fertilization.
In any case, you need a skilled, experienced infertility specialist to help you tackle your infertility. Ask about pregnancy success rates, patient testimonials and experience when selecting your doctor. The doctor’s skill is critical when you’re trying to achieve fertility through laparoscopy for endometriosis. Ask a lot of questions and make sure that you are comfortable with the surgeons experience and success before you begin treatment.
About the Author
About the Author: Dr. Eric Daiter (Daiter, Eric), the medical director of The NJ Center for Fertility and Reproductive Medicine, LLC, a leading NEW JERSEY INFERTILITY CENTER that offers a complete range of MALE INFERTILITY AND FEMALE INFERTILITY TREATMENT.
Laparoscopy is used to diagnose and remove endometrial tissues that may be causing your problems. Endometriosis is a progressive condition, meaning that it can get worse and worse as time goes on. Symptoms can be mild to severe and can mimic other disorders. This is why it is very hard to diagnose without laparoscopy.
A laparoscopy procedure can help your infertility specialist actually see the endometriosis and have a definite visual confirmation that it is present. Many women with endometriosis experience painful periods, intercourse, and lower back pain. They may also have irregular and/or heavy periods. At first, these symptoms are consistent with normal menstruation and may not be considered abnormal. Over time, the symptoms can get a lot worse and alert you that something may be wrong. Infertility is the first sign of endometriosis for many women.
Your doctor will first perform a pelvic exam if endometriosis is suspected. This involves the doctor feeling and looking for abnormalities that could be caused by endometriosis. Enlarged ovaries, severe tenderness, nodules and an abnormal uterine location are things that you doctor will be looking for. The only way to know for sure that endometriosis is present, is to actually look inside of your abdominal cavity and inspect your reproductive organs. Your doctor can use a laser or surgically remove growths and lesions during a laparoscopic procedure.
Laparoscopic removal of endometriosis can greatly improve your chances of becoming pregnant. Even if your endometriosis is mild, it may cause infertility. In these mild cases, thorough removal of small implants of endometriosis via laparoscopy may help you become pregnant. If the endometriosis is a little more severe, then laparoscopy has been proven to greatly improve your chances of conception, assuming that no other major factors of infertility are at play. However, if your endometriosis is extremely severe or advanced, damage to your reproductive organs, such as your ovaries or fallopian tubes, can be extensive. In these cases, laparoscopy may not be very effective in restoring fertility. In severe cases, such as this, your doctor may give you other options for treatment, such as in vitro fertilization.
In any case, you need a skilled, experienced infertility specialist to help you tackle your infertility. Ask about pregnancy success rates, patient testimonials and experience when selecting your doctor. The doctor’s skill is critical when you’re trying to achieve fertility through laparoscopy for endometriosis. Ask a lot of questions and make sure that you are comfortable with the surgeons experience and success before you begin treatment.
About the Author
About the Author: Dr. Eric Daiter (Daiter, Eric), the medical director of The NJ Center for Fertility and Reproductive Medicine, LLC, a leading NEW JERSEY INFERTILITY CENTER that offers a complete range of MALE INFERTILITY AND FEMALE INFERTILITY TREATMENT.
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12/25/2008
Female Infertility Factors
If you have had difficulty conceiving for more than twelve months, or six months if your over 35 years of age, you may be wondering if your infertile. Researchers estimate that one in six couples face fertility challenges as a result of male or female health complications. There are multitudes of factors that can affect your chances of conception. Here we will briefly outline three major causes of infertility in women: endometriosis, fallopian tube damage or blockage, and ovulation disorders.
Endometriosis occurs when uterine tissue shed during a woman period implants outside of the uterus. The implanted tissue responds to the hormonal cycle and continues to grow, shed, and bleed in sync with the lining of the uterus each month. This can lead to inflammation and eventually scarring which adversely affects functions of the ovaries, uterus, and fallopian tubes. Pelvic pain and infertility are common in women with endometriosis. Upon examination, no less than 40% of infertile women of reproductive age are found to have past or present endometriosis. Laparoscopic surgery to remove abnormal tissue is a commonly used treatment option for this condition.
Fallopian tube damage usually results from inflammation of the fallopian tube causes. This blocks the passage of the egg through the fallopian tubes on its way to implant in the uterus. Chlamydia, a sexually transmitted disease, is the most frequent cause. Tubal inflammation can cause pain and fever, or may go unnoticed. Tubal damage is the major risk factor for ectopic pregnancy. Here a fertilized egg implants in the fallopian tubes. One episode of tubal infection may cause fertility difficulties. The risk of ectopic pregnancy increases with each occurrence of tubal infection.
Some cases of female infertility are caused by ovulation disorders. Disruption in the part of the brain that regulates ovulation can cause low levels of luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone. Even slight irregularities in the hormone system can affect ovulation. Specific causes of hypothalamic-pituitary disorders include injury, tumors, excessive exercise and starvation. Ovulation-stimulating drugs, follicle-stimulating hormones, human chorionic gonadotrophin (HCG), and in vitro fertilisation are possible treatments for this condition.
If you are one of the many couples experiencing problems with conception talk to your general practitioner. Most of these problems can be resolved with medical treatment or lifestyle adjustments. Your doctor will be able to diagnose any conditions present and give you treatment options, or refer you to a specialist.
About the Author
Eric Daiter has been sponsored by The NJ Center for Reproductive Medicine, a leading provider of infertility treatment, to write information about endometriosis symptoms.
Endometriosis occurs when uterine tissue shed during a woman period implants outside of the uterus. The implanted tissue responds to the hormonal cycle and continues to grow, shed, and bleed in sync with the lining of the uterus each month. This can lead to inflammation and eventually scarring which adversely affects functions of the ovaries, uterus, and fallopian tubes. Pelvic pain and infertility are common in women with endometriosis. Upon examination, no less than 40% of infertile women of reproductive age are found to have past or present endometriosis. Laparoscopic surgery to remove abnormal tissue is a commonly used treatment option for this condition.
Fallopian tube damage usually results from inflammation of the fallopian tube causes. This blocks the passage of the egg through the fallopian tubes on its way to implant in the uterus. Chlamydia, a sexually transmitted disease, is the most frequent cause. Tubal inflammation can cause pain and fever, or may go unnoticed. Tubal damage is the major risk factor for ectopic pregnancy. Here a fertilized egg implants in the fallopian tubes. One episode of tubal infection may cause fertility difficulties. The risk of ectopic pregnancy increases with each occurrence of tubal infection.
Some cases of female infertility are caused by ovulation disorders. Disruption in the part of the brain that regulates ovulation can cause low levels of luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone. Even slight irregularities in the hormone system can affect ovulation. Specific causes of hypothalamic-pituitary disorders include injury, tumors, excessive exercise and starvation. Ovulation-stimulating drugs, follicle-stimulating hormones, human chorionic gonadotrophin (HCG), and in vitro fertilisation are possible treatments for this condition.
If you are one of the many couples experiencing problems with conception talk to your general practitioner. Most of these problems can be resolved with medical treatment or lifestyle adjustments. Your doctor will be able to diagnose any conditions present and give you treatment options, or refer you to a specialist.
About the Author
Eric Daiter has been sponsored by The NJ Center for Reproductive Medicine, a leading provider of infertility treatment, to write information about endometriosis symptoms.
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