Authors:
Gurgan T. Yarali H. Urman B.
Institution:
Divn Reprod Endocrinol Infertility, Dept of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara; Turkey. Title Laparoscopic treatment of polycystic ovarian disease (1994-380).
Source:
Human Reproduction. Vol 9(4) (pp73-577), 1994.
Abstract:
:
There has been a recent surge of interest in laparoscopic treatment of polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) that is unresponsive to first-line ovulation-inducing agents. Laparoscopic treatment options include multiple ovarian punch biopsy, ovarian electrocauterization and laser vaporization or photo-coagulation. These procedures are relatively easy to perform, devoid of major complications, and yield satisfactory ovulation and conception rates. Adhesion formation, however, is a potential complication following such procedures. Furthermore, women subjected to laparoscopic destructive ovarian procedures also need to be critically assessed regarding other long-term risks, such as premature ovarian failure. Laparoscopic treatment of PCOD, at present, should be viewed as experimental awaiting further trials assessing its long-term safety.
See Also:
PCOS - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
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