Hysterectomy or removal of the uterus is the most common gynecological surgery done world wide. When the uterus is completely removed from the laparoscopic approach it is termed as total laparoscopic hysterectomy.
yes. Laparoscopic hysterectomy can be done even with prev. 3 cesarean sections. With expert surgeons chances of injury to bladder or intestine can be avoided.
Fallopian tubes and occasionally ovaries if the ovaries are diseased can be removed.
In case of malignancy Pelvic/ Para Aortic Lymphnodes, omentum can be removed.
yes. After TLH vaginal length stay almost as the same as i was earlier hence sexual life can be enjoyed well. While in abdominal or vaginal hysterectomy the vaginal length is reduced.
Post TLH patients are discharged on the very next day. They can resume daily activity from 3rd day onwards. Only heavy weight lifting and intercourse needs to be avoided for 1 month after the surgery. TLH gives early covery and quick regaining of day to day chores.
Before surgery the patient is asked to get detailed Preoperative blood investigations, Chest Xray, ECG and Physician Fitness certificate. On the day prior to TLH light diet is advised and Tab. dulcolax is advised to be taken at night.
TLH is done under complete General Anesthesia.
With expert surgical techniques and advanced instruments chances of complications are very less.One needs to be prepared for Ureteric ligation, Urinary bladder tear, intestinal injury only in cases of severe endometriosis with adhesions.