Hospital Management

Introduction An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilized egg attaches itself to a place somewhere other than the uterus. Ectopic pregnancies are also called tubal pregnancies because they almost always occur in the fallopian tubes. As the fallopian tubes are not developed for a growing embryo, a pregnancy in the tubes has to be treated or it can be dangerous for the woman. Chances of an ectopic pregnancies are 1 in 50.  What Are the Causes of Ectopic Pregnancy? Ectopic pregnancies can be caused due to several reasons, including: An infection or inflammation of the fallopian tubes, which can cause them to be entirely or partially blocked. Scar tissue from a previous infection or a surgical procedure on the tube, which may impede the movement of the egg. Adhesions from previous surgeries in the pelvic area or on the fallopian tubes. Birth defects (in the woman) or abnormal growth of the tube which can result in abnormal shape of the tube.  Treat...

Overview To understand the Laparoscopic Adhesiolysis procedure , we must first understand what adhesions are. Adhesions are fibrous bands of scar tissue that form between tissues and organs. It’s kind of an internal scar tissue that connects tissues which are not normally connected. They usually form after an abdominal surgery, or after a bout of gastrointestinal or intra-abdominal infection such as diverticulitis, pelvic inflammatory disease and the like. Almost 95% of all people who undergo an abdominal surgery develop adhesions, as they are a part of the body’s natural healing process. Why is Laparoscopic Adhesiolysis required? Although most adhesions don’t cause any symptoms, some may cause complications such as bowel obstructions, infertility, and chronic pain. Laparoscopy is a popular choice for treating adhesions so that no further adhesions are formed. Apart from being less invasive than traditional surgery, laparoscopic surgery is preferred because: It...