
Polyps are tumor structures that can occur in different parts of the body and most of them are benign. The uterus is one of the most common areas in women. Although they are generally benign, as polyps grow they can cause some dysfunction in the reproductive system. They may cause excessive bleeding, menstrual irregularities, or may prevent pregnancy due to their location. In this case, surgical removal of polyps is the most successful treatment method.
Nowadays, almost all polyp surgeries are performed by the closed method. With this surgery performed without an incision, the person can return to daily life in a short time. The most commonly used method in closed polyp surgeries is hysteroscopy.
Uterine polyps, medically known as endometrial polyps, are polyp structures located in the uterine tissues. Uterine polyps can be seen in all women of reproductive age. They are usually small in size, so they can only be followed by observation. However, the growth of polyps can lead to difficulties with conception. Or it may negatively affect menstrual cycle. In this case, it is preferable to remove the polyps surgically.
Follow-up may usually be sufficient for the treatment of small-sized polyps. These polyps do not affect the person's daily life and their presence does not harm the person. However, in cases where polyps have cancerous properties or prevent pregnancy/menstrual bleeding, they must be removed surgically. The most commonly used method in polyp treatment is polyp surgery with a hysteroscope, known as closed polyp surgery.
Today, the majority of treatments in the field of gynecology and obstetrics are performed by hysteroscopy and laparoscopy. These methods are also known as closed surgery. Its biggest advantage is; It significantly reduces the risk of infection after surgery. Therefore, our patients can return to their work and social life shortly after the polyps are removed.
In polyp surgeries performed with hysteroscopy, the inside of the uterus is examined with a special camera called "hysteroscope". Once the location of the polyps is determined, surgery is started using appropriate methods and the polyps are removed.
As we mentioned above, not all polyps need to be removed surgically. However, some polyps negatively affect women's health. Situations in which polyps need to be removed by surgery:
It is a very safe procedure that allows the removal of polyps.
In polyps removed by open surgery, the risk of postoperative adhesion is high. Closed polyp surgery minimizes the risk of intrauterine adhesion.
Since there is no surgical incision, there will be no scar in the abdomen and groin area after the surgery.
Complaints of pain and suffering after surgery are very rare.
Closed polyp surgery Istanbul is generally completed within 30 - 45 minutes. Although the recovery period in closed polyp surgeries is short, it is necessary to be careful against the risk of post-operative infection. For this reason, our patients should pay maximum attention to personal hygiene after the surgery and avoid sexual intercourse and sauna, Turkish bath, etc. for a while. It is recommended to avoid common areas.