Gynecological surgery is concerned with
the woman’s reproductive organs, genitourinary and rectal
tracts. The primary objectives in gynecological surgery are
to identify and correct malfunctions of the organs in these
tracts, when possible, and maintain the overall health of
the gynecological system.
At
Renaissance Hospital in Houston,
our surgeons use advanced laparoscopy in many gynecologic
procedures, including fertility and cancer surgery. In
laparoscopic surgery, we use very small instruments and make
tiny incisions, which means less scarring, faster healing
and less pain for the patient. We are glad to be able to
bring cutting-edge procedures to Houston
so that our patients can get the expert care they need right
here at home.
Most Common
Complaints of the Female Organs
-
Abnormal bleeding
(between periods, heavy periods with cramping, clotting
etc.)
Pelvic Pain
Something falling
out of the vagina
Breast pain or lumps
These may be a sign
of...
Fibroids
Adenomyosis
Uterine Polyps
Thickened lining of
the uterus
Ovarian Cysts/Tumors
Endometriosis
Pelvic Relaxation
Syndrome (cystocoele, rectocoele)
Cancer
Types of
Gynecological Surgery by Renaissance Hospital Houston
Breast Lump Removal
Breast Mastectomy
or Conservative Surgery
Hysterectomy
(abdominal or laparoscopic)
Cervical biopsy
Endometriosis
Tubal Sterilization
Ovarian Cyst Removal
Removal of lumps of
the skin/fat
Laparoscopic
Surgery
Most pelvic surgery can be
performed on an outpatient basis using a Laparoscope.
Laparoscopic surgery is minimally invasive. A tiny telescope
is placed through a small hole under the belly button.
Carbon dioxide is pumped into the belly cavity creating a
space whereby the organs can be visualized with a tiny
camera. A TV screen guides the instruments through two other
small holes and the procedure is performed with little
cutting.
Advantages of
Laparoscopy include...
-
Major surgery
without a large incision
Less pain after
surgery
Shorter hospital
stay
Return to work
sooner
Return to regular
activity sooner
Types of Laparoscopic
Surgery Performed at Renaissance Hospital Houston
Gallbladder
Hysterectomy
Bowel
Tubal Sterilization
Ovarian
Hernia
Taking down scar
tissue in the belly
Gynecological surgery procedures
routinely performed at Renaissance Hospital in Houston
include:
Diagnostic D & C
Diagnostic D & C (dilatation & curettage, or uterine
scraping) is a relatively minor procedure in which the
cervical canal is dilated to provide access to the uterine
cavity for tissue collection. D & C may be recommended for
relief from bleeding and to help diagnose infection,
infertility, uterine cancer and other problems.
Hysterectomy – Abdominal and Vaginal
A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus,
resulting in the inability to become pregnant. It may be
done through the abdomen or the vagina, with your physician
determining which type of procedure is most appropriate.
Hysterectomy may be recommended for uterine tumors or
fibroids, certain cancers of the cervix, endometrium or
ovary, severe and chronic pelvic pain or vaginal bleeding,
endometriosis or other conditions.
Pelviscopy
Also known as pelvic laparoscopy, this procedure is used
both to examine and treat pelvic organs through a small
surgical viewing device (laparoscope) inserted into the
abdomen at the navel. Pelviscopy may be recommended for
pelvic pain, evaluation of infertility, sterilization,
removal of uterine fibroids, tubal pregnancy or other
conditions.
Hysteroscopy
A minor surgical procedure, both diagnostic and simple
operative hysteroscopy use a hysteroscope, or thin
telescope, that is inserted through the cervix into the
uterus. Hysteroscopy may help the doctor diagnose or treat a
uterine problem, or confirm results of other tests. It may
be used to help identify causes of abnormal uterine
bleeding, infertility or repeated miscarriages, or it may
help locate abnormal growths, such as polyps and fibroids,
or adhesions.
