Do ovarian cysts require surgery?

The article was professionally consulted by Doctor Nguyen Thi Man - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vinmec Da Nang General Hospital.

During the reproductive age, women are at risk of gynecological diseases, in which, ovarian cyst is a common disease. There are many types of ovarian cysts. If detected and treated early, it will limit dangerous complications such as ovarian torsion causing ovarian necrosis. The most asked question by women is whether ovarian cysts need surgery or not?

1. When do ovarian cysts not need intervention?

For functional cysts due to monthly enlargement of ovarian follicles or hemorrhagic cysts can disappear on their own. When these cysts are detected, it is only necessary to monitor them regularly and live in moderation. If you have mild pain, you should discuss with your doctor for instructions on how to relieve pain: warm compresses, movement positions, medication, ...
These cysts do not require surgery.

2. When should an ovarian cyst be operated on?

The following cases of ovarian cysts will be indicated for surgery to treat
Ultrasound results show that the cyst is not a functional cyst. There are cysts on both sides of the ovaries. Cysts are large: over 6-7cm. The cyst did not resolve or enlarge on its own after 3 months of follow-up. Twisted ovarian cyst, causing acute pain. Cysts in postmenopausal women.

3. Methods of surgery for ovarian cysts

At present, there are two methods used to apply tumor surgery: laparoscopic method and open surgery method.
Laparoscopic surgery: If the cyst is small and the test results have ruled out cancer, the doctor may proceed with laparoscopic surgery to remove the tumor and leave the healthy tissue to preserve. ovarian function, avoiding the negative effects of loss of ovarian healthy tissue, causing premature ovarian failure.

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Open surgery: If the cyst is large, and there are complications such as torsion, rupture of the cyst, ... the doctor will usually proceed to cut the tumor with a large incision in the abdomen.
The tumor is biopsied immediately if cancer is suspected.
When the tumor test is malignant, the doctor will be able to continue to conduct intensive treatment.
However, the open surgery method can leave some limitations, such as wound infection, sticky incision, intestinal adhesions causing intestinal obstruction,...

3. Is ovarian cyst surgery dangerous?

Any surgery will have more or less potential risks during the procedure, similar to other postoperative complications, ovarian cyst patients also have to face those dangers.
The poor performance of ovarian cyst surgery can also cause the same complications as all other surgical methods, namely:
Bleeding during or after surgery. Infection after surgery. Scar tissue forms after surgery. Uncontrollable postoperative wound pain. The intestines and bladder will be damaged during surgery. Subjectivity is one of the factors that make the disease more and more serious.
Therefore, it is necessary to have regular gynecological examinations to screen and detect the disease early, so that ovarian cysts can be treated early.

Whether an ovarian cyst requires surgery depends on many different factors. To know the exact answer, women should go to the hospital to be examined and listen to the advice of specialists, thereby making the best decision for themselves.
At the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec International General Hospital with a team of medical - doctors who are leading experts, highly qualified; Comprehensive and professional medical examination, consultation and treatment services will fully ensure the safety, privacy and efficiency for customers.

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