Today a large number of women across the world suffer from endometriosis, a gynecological disorder that occurs when cells from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grow abnormally and start cropping up in other areas of the body.
This female health condition affects an estimated 10% of women in their reproductive years. By some estimates, nearly 176 million women around the world have endometriosis. Some earlier findings have shown that endometriosis affects Caucasian women more than African, American or Asian women.
The endometrium cells growth is commonly found in the reproductive organs, including ovaries and fallopian tubes; on the intestines, rectum, bladder, vagina, or other abdominal organs.
While most women with endometriosis do not often experience any specific symptoms of the condition, some women with endometriosis may have:
• chronic pelvic pain
• very painful periods
• deep pain in lower abdomen during or following sexual intercourse
• difficulty becoming pregnant (fertility problems)
• worse pelvic pain just before menstruation
• Pain in pelvis or lower back
• heavy or abnormal menstrual flow
• painful bowel movements
• painful or frequent urination during menstruation
• exhaustion
Unfortunately, no-one really knows what causes Endometriosis and there is no simple cure for the disease.
However, there are some approaches which are aimed to reduce endometriosis growths, and in turn minimize symptoms. These options include: Observation with no medical intervention; hormone medication; surgery and combined treatment.
Most of the drug treatments are associated with nasty side-effects and many of the drugs have no proven benefit in terms of improving your chances of pregnancy or reducing recurrence of the condition.
Surgical treatment for endometriosis is usually carried out to return the appearance of the pelvis to its normal position by destroying endometriotic deposits, removing ovarian cysts without damaging as little healthy tissue as possible.
Laparoscopic Procedure
Laparoscopy is a conservative surgery used for diagnosis and remove mild to moderate implants and scar tissue.
For a laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision, usually about ¼ inch, in the lower abdomen, right underneath the naval. The patient's abdomen is inflated with gas (carbon dioxide or nitrous oxide) which pushes the abdominal wall away from the organs so that the physician can see them clearly.
A thin viewing tube (called a laparoscope) is then inserted into the abdomen through this small incision to examine the internal organs. One or two more small incisions may be required on the lower abdomen to provide a better access and an additional opening for surgical instruments.
Using the laparoscope- very small telescope-like instrument, the surgeon can look directly inside the abdomen, at the outside of the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and nearby organs.
The laparoscope is attached to a light source which illuminates the abdominal and pelvic cavity, giving surgeon a better viewing.
This tiny instrument can also be fitted with surgical devices for taking tissue samples or removing any endometrial growths.
To remove endometrial lesions, the surgeon can use one of various techniques, including cutting and removing tissue (excision) or burning away it using a high-energy heat source, such as a laser (ablated) or electric current (electrocautery).
Laparoscopy is generally very safe, and if done with experienced hands the surgery can produce long-lasting results.
The significantly low cost of laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis in Mexico is a major lure for numerous global women seeking quick and affordable solution for their endometriosis pain. The cost of Laparoscopic Hysterectomy in Mexico can be a fraction of what it costs in the USA and Canada.
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