Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy

Laparoscopy is performed to view and access the exterior of the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and other structures within the pelvis. Hysteroscopy is performed to view the internal cavity of the uterus, identify abnormalities and perform certain corrective procedures.

Diagnostic Hysterolaparoscopy allows your doctor to diagnose and identify symptomatic fibroids, in order to extract them. Adhesions: Adhesions or scar tissue are bands of scar tissue that can form in the uterus. These too can cause infertility in some cases.

Laparoscopy is more invasive than a hysteroscopy, but a less-invasive procedure than open abdominal surgery and allows for a quicker recovery with a lower risk of adhesion (scar tissue) formation. Most patients go home the same day as the procedure and return to work 3-4 days later.