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The department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
addresses the needs of women from their teen years, through
pregnancy to menopause and beyond. With qualified specialists,
specially trained nurses and the latest equipment to deal with
high-risk pregnancy and pre-mature babies, this department is a
referral centre for hospitals across India.
The tertiary care obstetrics centre offers extensive facilities for
mother and childcare. A sophisticated and comprehensive IVF unit has
also been established to facilitate childless couples
Apart from routine screenings and checkups, specialised procedures
to deal with Ovarian cancer, reopening of fallopian tube blocks are
also available.
Experts perform vaginal ultrasound for routine gynaecological
evaluation and follicular study, ovum retrieval, Hysteroscopy and
associated procedures.
Facilities such as Zeiss microscope for microsurgery on tubes, HSG
and fluoroscopic guided tubal re-canalisation, semen bank and semen
preparation by swim-up technique for IUI, Male infertility treatment
through a testicular biopsy, Vasoepididymostomy, Varicocelectomy,
Mesa, Re-canalisation are also available in the hospital.
Services offered include Diagnostic and extended laparoscopies like
Micro ovariotomies, ovarian cystectomy, adhesio lysis and
salpingostomy or salpingectomy for ectopic pregnancies, diagnosis of
primary amenorrhea, infertility work up, and tubectomy.
The Gynaecology Department offers :
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Diagnosis and treatment for common
gynaecological problems: such as, Vulvovaginal ailments,
sexually transmitted diseases, reproduction medication, pelvic
inflammatory disease, hydatiform mole, cervical cancer etc
(Treatment of cancer problems along with oncology department)
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Diagnosis and treatment for benign breast
diseases
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Diagnosis and treatment for male and female
infertility
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Diagnosis and treatment of female urine
incontinence and prolapse
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Natural therapy for the treatment of
recurrent bladder infections
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Latest techniques of laparoscopic surgery for
treatment of:
- Endometriosis
- Adhesions
- Infertility investigations
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Management of menopausal problems, in
conjunction with the Endocrinologist
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Advice and management of new modern
contraception devices, such as :
- Progesterone implants - Implanon
- Progesterone releasing I.U.D. - Mirena
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Management of vaginal bleeding disorders by :
- Operative and hormonal therapy
- Natural remedies
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Management of vaginal infections.
Reproductive Medicine
A highly skilled and experienced team of infertility specialists
with several years of experience manages the reproductive unit at
our institutions.
You are assured of a warm and friendly atmosphere with personal care
and private attention. Patient information sessions and counseling
is also available.
The unit has specialists and scientists whose active interest covers
both clinical and scientific fields in the lab. The unit has the
latest advances in IVF Andrology Endocrinology. Facilities you can
avail of are:
Leading Indian hospitals with gynecology
departments and women's hospitals have facilities for the prevention
and early detection of gynecological disorders. Many hospitals have
women check-up programs designed to detect the earliest signs of
disorders of the breast and the organs of reproduction as well as
catering to the contraceptive needs of women. A mammogram, an
ultrasound of the pelvis and a pap-smear of the cervix are an
integral part of any good medical check-up for women. Specialist
medical as well as surgical care is available for all types of
gynecological problems like menstrual abnormalities, prolapsed,
fibroids and other tumors of the uterus and ovaries, tubal
recanalization by microsurgery and care of the infertile couple.
State-of-the-art gynecological surgery is available with world class
equipment and expertise using minimally invasive techniques.
Keyhole Hysterectomy The Cutting Edge
Hysterectomy means removal of the uterus and sometimes
the ovaries too are removed with the uterus (oopherectomy). There
are many reasons for the removal of the uterus. Some of the common
reasons for performing hysterectomies include fibroids of the
uterus, abnormal uterine bleeding Endometrosis, prolapse of the
uterus, chronic pelvic pain or cancerous lesions in the uterus. The
usual methods of surgical treatment for these are either an
abdominal hysterectomy or a vaginal hysterectomy.
Convenient New Method
The conventional or open Hysterectomy is done through a large
abdominal incision and requires a hospital stay of 7-10 days with a
long recovery period of upto 8 weeks. It leaves a visible scar on
the abdomen.
In recent years keyhole
laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy is replacing conventional
surgery as the procedure of choice. Its greatest benefit is the
potential to convert what would have been an abdominal hysterectomy
into vaginal hysterectomy.
What you will undergo
In a laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy, an instrument
called a laparoscope and other specialized instruments are used to
help with the removal of uterus which is completed vaginally. The
instruments are passed through 3 or 4 half inch cuts on the
abdominal wall. The supporting ligaments of uterus, blood vessels
and tissue that surround and support the uterus are cut, and the
blood vessels are sealed off. Then a cut is made through the vagina,
the uterus is separated from the vagina and removal with or without
ovaries is done.
Shorter Recovery Time
After this procedure you will be required to spend atleast 1-3
days at the hospital. You will experience very minimal post
operative pain and the recovery time is shorter. There is no
abdominal cut, only small punctures, so there is lesser possibility
of wound related complications. Therefore, you will be left with a
smaller scar instead of a large abdominal scar.
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Heavy or irregular bleeding can disrupt your life. Having to be
constantly on guard with pads can distract you at work, an evening
out with friends and worse still you may feel worn out. You may
wonder if this is normal and if so what is causing this.
So what is normal? Normal menstrual
cycle ranges from 24-35 days length, with an average bleeding for
2-8 days. The menstrual cycle is governed by a hormone Estrogen in
the first half of the cycle which helps the lining of the uterus to
grow (otherwise known as Endometrium). Mid cycle hormonal surge
causes the ovary to usually release an egg (known as Ovulation),
which triggers the 2nd hormone called Progesterone to act on and
nature the endometrium. At the end of the cycle, the hormone levels
drop when there is no pregnancy and the lining is shed with blood,
which is called Menstruation.
If you are worried about your cycles, you should consult your doctor
today. Chances are the problem may be simple. |
