Reproductive Surgery

When is Surgery Required?

Reproductive surgery may be necessary if you have been diagnosed with certain conditions that affect your reproductive organs. These conditions can include:

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity. This tissue can form lesions on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and other organs in the pelvis. It can cause severe pain, especially during menstruation, and may lead to infertility. Surgical intervention can help remove or reduce these growths, alleviating symptoms and improving fertility.

Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop in the uterus. They can vary in size and number, and may cause symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and pressure. Large or numerous fibroids can affect fertility by altering the shape of the uterus or blocking the fallopian tubes. Surgical removal of fibroids (myomectomy) can enhance fertility and relieve symptoms.

Blocked fallopian tubes are obstructions that prevent eggs from traveling from the ovaries to the uterus. This blockage can be caused by infections, endometriosis, or previous surgeries. It is a common cause of infertility. Surgery can help clear these blockages, allowing for natural conception or improving the success of assisted reproductive technologies.

Uterine polyps are growths attached to the inner wall of the uterus that extend into the uterine cavity. They are usually benign but can cause irregular menstrual bleeding, spotting, and infertility. Polyps can interfere with the implantation of an embryo. Removal of polyps through hysteroscopy can restore normal uterine conditions and improve fertility.

Pelvic adhesions are bands of scar tissue that bind organs together within the pelvic cavity. They often result from surgery, infections, or conditions like endometriosis. Adhesions can cause chronic pelvic pain, bowel obstruction, and infertility by distorting the reproductive organs. Laparoscopic surgery can be used to cut these adhesions and restore normal anatomy.

Congenital anomalies refer to structural abnormalities of the reproductive organs that are present from birth. These can include uterine septum, bicornuate uterus, or other malformations that affect fertility and pregnancy. Surgical correction of these anomalies can help restore normal reproductive function and improve the chances of a successful pregnancy.

Is Surgery Right for Me?

Deciding whether reproductive surgery is the right option for you can be a complex process that involves a thorough evaluation of your medical history, fertility goals, and specific reproductive health issues.

Here at Fertility Choice, we aim to provide you with all the information and support you need to make an informed decision.

Reproductive Surgery

If you have been trying to conceive for a significant period and have not had success with other fertility treatments, such as medication or assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like initro fertilisation (IVF), reproductive surgery might be a viable next step. Surgery can often resolve underlying issues that other treatments cannot address, improving your overall fertility health and increasing your chances of a successful pregnancy.

Failed ART Cycles

Couples have undergone multiple cycles of ART without success may benefit from a surgical evaluation. Conditions such as adhesions, undiagnosed endometriosis, or small fibroids can sometimes go undetected through non-surgical methods and can be contributing to the lack of success. Surgical intervention can address these hidden issues and improve the outcomes of future ART cycles.

Persistent Pain

If you chronic pelvic pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, or other significant symptoms that affect your quality of life, surgery not only improve your fertility but also enhance your overall well-being. Conditions like endometriosis and fibroids can cause debilitating symptoms, and surgical treatment can provide relief and improve daily functioning.

Personalized Fertility Plan

Every patient journey to parenthood is unique. At Fertility Choice, we develop personalized fertility plans tailored to your specific needs and conditions. If surgery is recommended, it is done with the aim of maximising your fertility potential while considering your overall health and personal preferences.

Diagnostic Evaluations

Before recommending, our specialists at Fertility Choice will conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, including imaging studies like ultrasound or MRI, and possibly diagnostic laparoscopy. These evaluations help to precisely identify the underlying causes of infertility or symptoms, ensuring that surgery is the most appropriate and effective option for you.

Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

Experiencing multiple miscarriages can be emotionally and physically draining. Our specialists at Fertility Choice offer surgical evaluation to identify and correct issues like uterine septum or intrauterine adhesions, improving the chances of successful pregnancy.

Expert Surgical Team

Our skilled surgeons have extensive experience in reproductive surgery, using the latest minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time and improve outcomes. Their expertise ensures that you are in capable hands throughout the surgical process.

Types of Surgery

Laparoscopy

Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat a variety of reproductive issues. It involves making small incisions in the abdomen through which a laparoscope (a thin, lighted tube) and other surgical instruments are inserted. This procedure allows the surgeon to view the pelvic organs and perform necessary treatments with minimal recovery time.

Hysteroscopy

Hysteroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows doctors to examine and treat various uterine conditions. By inserting a hysteroscope into the uterus through the cervix, medical professionals can diagnose and address issues like polyps, fibroids, and adhesions. This outpatient procedure offers the benefit of a quick recovery time, providing patients with a convenient and efficient medical solution.

Risks and Complications

While reproductive surgery can significantly improve fertility, it also carries some risks and potential complications, such as infection, bleeding, and damage to surrounding organs. Our skilled surgeons at Fertility Choice take every precaution to minimize these risks and ensure a successful outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Reproductive surgery includes procedures aimed at diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the reproductive organs, such as laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, myomectomy, and tubal ligation reversal.

Surgeries for female fertility include laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, myomectomy (removal of fibroids), and tubal surgery (repairing or removing blockages in the fallopian tubes).

A female reproductive system surgeon, often a reproductive endocrinologist or a gynaecologist with specialised training in reproductive surgery, performs surgeries to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the female reproductive organs.

Reproductive surgeons include reproductive endocrinologists, gynaecologic surgeons, urologists (for male reproductive surgery), and specialists in minimally invasive surgery.

Female surgery can refer to any surgical procedure performed on the female reproductive organs, including laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, myomectomy, and oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries).

Many women can conceive after reproductive surgery, especially if the surgery was performed to correct an issue that was causing infertility.

In many cases, surgery can fix infertility issues, such as blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids, improving the chances of natural conception or success with assisted reproductive technologies.

Yes, it is possible to get pregnant after uterus surgery. However, the success rate depends on the specific surgery performed and the underlying condition being treated.

For more detailed information about reproductive surgery and to begin your journey, get in touch with Fertility Choice. Our team is here to assist you every step of the way.