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Gynecological surgery

Surgery on the female reproductive system From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Gynecological surgery refers to surgery on the female reproductive system usually performed by gynecologists. It includes procedures for benign conditions, cancer, infertility, and incontinence.[1] Gynecological surgery may occasionally be performed for optional or cosmetic purposes, such as hymenoplasty or labiaplasty.

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Gynecologic procedures

Following are different types of gynecologic procedures-[2]

  • Cervical cryosurgery
  • Colposcopy
  • Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
  • Hysteroscopy
  • LEEP procedure
  • Pelvic laparoscopy

Gynecologic surgeries

Gynecological surgery includes:[medical citation needed]

  • Removal of ovarian cyst
  • surgical contraception, and
  • Hysterectomy

Technology development

With the advancement of technology there has been robot-assisted surgery in many areas.[3] It helps in avoiding extra testing and other instruments.[4]

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