Laparoscopy and hysteroscopy are minimally invasive surgical procedures used to diagnose and treat various gynecological conditions. Laparoscopy involves inserting a small camera (laparoscope) through a small incision near the belly button to view the organs within the abdomen and pelvis. It is commonly used to assess and treat conditions like endometriosis, ovarian cysts, fibroids, and pelvic adhesions. Hysteroscopy, on the other hand, is a procedure that involves inserting a thin, lighted tube (hysteroscope) through the cervix into the uterus. It allows the doctor to examine the uterine cavity for abnormalities such as fibroids, polyps, adhesions, or structural issues. Both procedures offer the benefit of smaller incisions, faster recovery times, and less postoperative pain compared to traditional open surgery. They can be diagnostic or therapeutic, allowing for treatment of conditions during the same procedure.

Laparoscopy

• Procedure: A small camera is inserted through a tiny incision in the abdomen to visualize pelvic organs.
• Uses: Diagnosing and treating endometriosis, ovarian cysts, fibroids, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), and infertility issues.
• Benefits: Smaller incisions, reduced scarring.
• Benefits: Shorter hospital stay and quicker recovery.
• Risks: Infection, bleeding, organ injury (rare), and anesthesia-related complications.

Hysteroscopy

• Procedure: A hysteroscope is inserted through the cervix to view the uterus. No incisions are needed.
• Uses: Diagnosing and treating uterine conditions such as fibroids, polyps, adhesions, septa, or intrauterine scarring.
• Benefits: No incisions, faster recovery.
• Benefits: Direct visualization of the uterine cavity.
• Risks: Infection, bleeding, uterine perforation (rare), or injury to surrounding organs.