Endoscopic Surgery at Yaal Fertility Centre, Chennai
An overview of laparoscopy and hysteroscopy in gynaecology
What is Endoscopy (Overview)?
Endoscopy is an umbrella term for minimally invasive techniques that let a doctor see and treat problems inside the body using a thin camera, without the need for a large open incision. In gynaecology, this mainly takes two forms: laparoscopy, which examines and treats the abdominal and pelvic organs — the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and the outside of the uterus — through small keyhole incisions in the abdomen, typically under general anaesthesia; and hysteroscopy, which examines and treats the inside of the uterine cavity through the cervix, with no incisions at all. As a rough guide, laparoscopy is generally the relevant approach for investigating unexplained infertility, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, or endometriosis, while hysteroscopy is generally the relevant approach for abnormal uterine bleeding, endometrial polyps, a uterine septum, or a displaced intrauterine device — though some fertility evaluations combine both in a single session for a complete picture. Both approaches share similar advantages over traditional open surgery, including smaller or no incisions, generally less pain, faster recovery, and in many cases the possibility of a day-care procedure. At Yaal Fertility Centre, we use these techniques for a range of conditions, from fibroids and endometriosis to uterine polyps and tubal disease, and can help you understand which approach is relevant to your specific situation before your consultation.
This page is for general information and is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Fertility treatment depends on individual circumstances — please book a consultation to discuss your own case.