Treatment Duration
60 Minutes
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Treatment Cost
₹ 28,000
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Benefits of the Procedure
The salpingo-oophorectomy is performed to treat a variety of conditions such as:
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What to expect before the Surgery?
The doctor will perform some imagining tests to produce detailed images of the inside of the uterus. The surgeon will recommend you not to eat or drink anything after midnight a day before the surgery. The doctor may also ask you to stop taking a blood thinner (if you are any) a week before the surgery. Kindly reach the hospital at least 2 hours before the day of the surgery. Also, you will be under Anesthesia at the time of the surgery, so kindly arrange for the ride back home after the surgery.
What to expect on the day of Surgery?
Once you reach the hospital, the doctor will ask you to sign the consent form to allow them to perform the surgery. The doctor will ask you to remove the jewellery, dentures, or hearing aids (if any) before the surgery. Then you need to change into a hospital gown. Once done, you will be taken to the operation theatre room.
Procedure
The various steps involved in the Salpingo-oophorectomy procedure are:
It takes on average 1 to 2 hours to complete the surgery. You will stay at the hospital for a day or two. After surgery, you will be transferred to the recovery room. The medical staff will monitor your vitals (Blood pressure, pulse, oxygen or more). After you wake up, the medical staff or nurse will help you walk as it lowers the risk of blood clots. You will be discharged from the hospital when your condition stabilizes, and pain subsides. It may take four to six weeks to fully recover from the surgery. You may experience tiredness and low energy after the surgery for some weeks, which is normal. There might be some vaginal discharge after the surgery. The doctor will prescribe antibiotics and painkillers on discharge. You should avoid heavy lifting and exercise for some weeks post the surgery.
FIrst up follow up with the doctor
You will have the first follow-up with the doctor after a week or seven days from the day of discharge. The medical staff will design a regular check-up schedule for you with the doctor. The doctor may perform some blood tests and imaging tests. It is to check for recovery and complications (if any). You will have a second follow-up with the doctor a month after. The recovery duration varies between individuals and the severity of the condition.
When Should you consult the Doctor
Salpingo-oophorectomy is a safe procedure with a high success rate. However, there are some risks and complications associated with the surgery. You must consult your doctor immediately if you face any risks or complications after the surgery, such as:
Last Updated on: 14 June 2022
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