Laparoscopic Dermoid Cystectomy in Thane

Ovarian dermoid cysts growths can develop in a woman during their reproductive years. They can cause torsion, infection, rupture, and cancer. These dermoid cysts can be removed with either conventional surgery or laparoscopy (surgery that uses small incisions and specially designed instruments to enter the abdomen or pelvis).

What causes ovarian cysts?

In the early stages of every menstrual cycle, your ovaries normally develop small cyst-like structures called follicles - when you ovulate, an egg is released from one of these follicles. If a normal follicle keeps on growing, it becomes a 'functional cyst'. This type of cyst usually disappears within two or three cycles.

Factors that increase your risk of developing ovarian cysts include hormone changes (including fertility drugs), pregnancy, endometriosis and a severe pelvic infection that spreads to your ovaries.

Removal of an ovarian cyst may be advised, especially if you have symptoms or if the cyst is large. Sometimes the specialist may want to remove the cyst to determine exactly which type of cyst it is and to make sure there are no cancer cells in it. Most smaller cysts can be removed by 'keyhole' (laparoscopic) surgery. Some cysts require a more open style of operation, with a cut in the lower part of the tummy.

The type of operation depends on factors such as the type of cyst, your age, and whether cancer is suspected or ruled out. In some cases, just the cyst is removed and the ovary tissue preserved. In some cases, the ovary is also removed, and sometimes other nearby structures such as the womb (uterus) and the other ovary. Your specialist will advise on the options for your individual situation.