What is Ovarian Cysts, Masses and Tumors ?

Ovarian cyst removal is a procedure where the cyst in the ovary is surgically removed, often through a minimally invasive technique called laparoscopy. This procedure is typically recommended when the cyst is large, persistent, causing symptoms, or suspected to be cancerous. During the surgery, the cyst is carefully separated from the ovary, and in most cases, the ovary can be preserved. Recovery time is generally short, and most women can return to normal activities within a few weeks. The procedure helps alleviate symptoms like pain or discomfort and reduces the risk of complications associated with the cyst.

The most common symptoms are:

Bloating

Pain during intercourse

Pressure in the abdomen

Pelvic pain

The main reasons for performing a cyst removal

Are as follows:

The cyst is suspected of being cancerous
The cyst is large (typically over 6 cm in diameter)
The cyst is solid rather than one containing fluid
The cyst is causing pain

Possible Complications of Cyst Removal

Complications in cyst removal are rare. However, no surgery is free of risk. The following are some of the complications that can occur during or because of the Procedure:

Bleeding
Infection
Return of the cyst post surgery
Requirement of removal of one or both ovaries
Blood clots
Infertility
Damage to other organs

Procedure

After evaluation with ultrasound scan and tumour markers. Laparoscopy is undertaken. It is a day care procedure under general anesthesia. 3 port entries is made. Ovaries are identified and Cyst wall teased out and sent for histopathology. The patient is discharged home same day. She can return to work within 2-3 days. If cancer is found, it is advisable to remove both the ovaries. There are at time cases where we have to switch to an open surgery. Recovery depends on the amount of complications that might arise during the procedure.