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A laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove a cyst from the ovary. It's performed using a laparoscope, a small tube with a camera and light, inserted through small incisions in the abdomen. This allows the surgeon to view and remove the cyst while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues and organs.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

What it is:
- Laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a cyst (a sac of fluid or tissue) from the ovary.
It's a type of keyhole surgery, meaning it's minimally invasive, using small incisions instead of a large abdominal incision.
A laparoscope is inserted through one incision to view the pelvic organs.
Surgical instruments are inserted through the other incisions to remove the cyst.
The cyst is typically removed in a special bag to prevent spilling of its contents.
The incisions are then closed with dissolvable stitches.
Reduced recovery time: Patients can often go home the same day or the next day.
Lower risk of complications: Compared to open surgery, laparoscopic surgery has a lower risk of infection and other complications.
Fertility preservation: The goal is to remove the cyst while preserving as much healthy ovarian tissue as possible.
In some cases, if the patient has certain medical conditions, laparoscopic surgery might not be recommended.

Why it's done:

Ovarian cysts are common and often resolve on their own.
However, surgery may be recommended if a cyst is large, causing symptoms (like pain or pelvic pressure), or is suspected to be cancerous.

How it's done:

Benefits of laparoscopic approach:

Minimally invasive: Smaller incisions lead to less pain, scarring, and a faster recovery.

When it might not be the best option:

If the cyst is very large or suspected to be cancerous, open surgery (laparotomy) may be necessary.