Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy in PCMC, Pune - Srushti Hospital and IVF Center
Searching for laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy near me in PCMC or Pune? Srushti Hospital and IVF Center is on Dange Chowk Road in Thergaon, reachable from Wakad, Dange Chowk and across Pimpri-Chinchwad. Srushti Hospital and IVF Center provides the facility for consultation, surgery and follow-up under Dr. Nikhil A. Mahadar, laparoscopic surgeon in PCMC, at a single location.
Srushti Hospital and IVF Center in Thergaon, PCMC, offers laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy under Dr. Nikhil A. Mahadar, laparoscopic surgeon in PCMC, removing ovarian cysts while preserving healthy ovarian tissue for patients in PCMC and Pune.
What Is Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy?
A laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy is a minimally invasive surgery to remove a cyst from the ovary while preserving as much healthy ovarian tissue as possible, using small incisions and a camera rather than a single large abdominal incision. This is different from an oophorectomy, which removes the entire ovary.
As a laparoscopic surgeon in PCMC, Dr. Nikhil A. Mahadar’s approach is to remove the cyst itself and repair the ovary, rather than removing the ovary entirely, whenever that is a safe and appropriate option for the specific cyst found.
Do All Ovarian Cysts Need Laparoscopic Surgery?
No. Many functional cysts resolve on their own within a few menstrual cycles and are simply monitored with repeat ultrasound. Surgery is generally considered when a cyst is large, persistent, causing symptoms, has features on ultrasound that need closer evaluation, or is a type unlikely to resolve on its own, such as a dermoid cyst or endometrioma.
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Do All Ovarian Cysts Need Laparoscopic Surgery?
Most ovarian cysts are benign, though assessment is what actually determines the nature of a specific cyst rather than assuming based on type alone. Dr. Mahadar’s evaluation, including ultrasound and, where relevant, blood tests, is what confirms this for your individual case.
Functional Cysts
The most common type, generally related to the normal menstrual cycle. Many resolve on their own without treatment.
Dermoid Cysts
Contain a mix of tissue types and generally do not resolve on their own, so removal is usually recommended.
Endometriomas (Chocolate Cysts)
Cysts linked to endometriosis, filled with old blood.
Cystadenomas
Benign growths that can become large over time.
Do All Ovarian Cysts Need Laparoscopic Surgery?
No. Many functional cysts resolve on their own within a few menstrual cycles and are simply monitored with repeat ultrasound. Surgery is generally considered when a cyst is large, persistent, causing symptoms, has features on ultrasound that need closer evaluation, or is a type unlikely to resolve on its own, such as a dermoid cyst or endometrioma.
How Is an Ovarian Cyst Diagnosed Before Surgery?
- Same-visit ultrasound. Performed personally by Dr. Mahadar, generally the primary way a cyst is identified and characterised.
- Symptom review. Pain, bloating, changes in your cycle or other symptoms discussed alongside the scan findings.
- Blood tests, when relevant. Such as tumour marker tests, used selectively based on the cyst's appearance and your individual risk factors, not as a routine test for every cyst.
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Benefits of Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy Over Open Surgery
- Smaller incisions. Generally less visible scarring than open surgery.
- Less post-operative pain. Compared with a single larger abdominal incision.
- Shorter hospital stay. Often the same day or one night, depending on the individual case.
- Faster return to normal activity. For most patients, compared with open surgery recovery.
- Better preservation of healthy ovarian tissue. The precision of the laparoscopic approach supports removing the cyst while conserving as much normal ovary as possible.
Recovering After Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy
- Day of surgery. Many patients go home the same day or after one night, depending on the individual case.
- First week. Rest with light movement, avoiding driving, lifting or strenuous activity.
- Weeks two to three. Gradual return to most daily activities.
- Follow-up visit. To confirm healing and review the pathology results with Dr. Mahadar.
These timeframes are general and vary by individual healing and the extent of surgery performed.
What Are the Risks of Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy?
Laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy is generally safe, but as with any surgery it carries risks such as infection, bleeding, or a small chance of reduced ovarian tissue at the surgical site. There is also a small possibility that a cyst can recur or that another cyst develops later. Rarely, a case that starts laparoscopically needs to be converted to open surgery if needed for safety.
Dr. Mahadar discusses the specific risks relevant to your individual case and the type of cyst found.
Does Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy Affect Fertility?
Removing a cyst while preserving the surrounding ovarian tissue is generally the more fertility-conscious approach compared with removing the entire ovary, which is precisely why this technique is used whenever it is a safe option. Any ovarian surgery carries a small risk of affecting ovarian reserve, since some healthy tissue is inevitably close to the surgical site. Dr. Mahadar discusses this specifically if fertility is a concern for you.
When Is Open Surgery Needed Instead of Laparoscopic Cystectomy?
- A very large cyst that is difficult to remove intact through small incisions
- Suspected malignancy requiring more extensive surgical staging
- Extensive scarring or adhesions from previous surgery
The laparoscopic approach is not automatically the right choice for every cyst. Dr. Mahadar’s assessment determines which approach is genuinely appropriate for your specific case.
Why Choose Srushti Hospital for Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy
- Fellowship training in laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Mahadar is a fellowship-trained laparoscopic surgeon in PCMC, a specific, checkable qualification behind this recommendation.
- Same-visit ultrasound diagnosis. Cysts identified and characterised at the same consultation.
- Ovary-preserving approach. Removing the cyst, not the ovary, whenever that is safely possible.
- Honest guidance. A clear explanation of whether surgery is actually needed for your specific cyst.
- Reasonable, transparent pricing. A flat ₹500 consultation fee, with surgical costs discussed and confirmed in advance.