Signs & Symptoms
Recognize the early signs that indicate you may need medical attention
Pelvic Pain
Dull ache or sharp pain in the lower abdomen on the side of the cyst.
Abdominal Bloating
Visible abdominal swelling or fullness from a large ovarian cyst.
Sudden Severe Pain
Emergency ovarian torsion — sudden agonising pelvic pain with nausea, requiring urgent surgery.
Irregular Periods
Menstrual irregularities, heavy bleeding, or missed periods associated with ovarian cysts.
Urinary Symptoms
Urinary frequency or difficulty from large cysts pressing on the bladder.
Difficulty Conceiving
Endometriomas (chocolate cysts) significantly impair fertility and require surgical treatment.
Common Causes & Risk Factors
Functional Cysts
Follicular or corpus luteum cysts from normal ovarian cycling — usually resolve spontaneously.
Endometrioma
Blood-filled "chocolate cysts" from endometriosis — impair fertility and require surgical excision.
Dermoid Cyst (Teratoma)
Benign cysts containing hair, teeth, or fat — tend to grow large and can cause torsion.
PCOS
Polycystic ovarian syndrome with multiple small follicles — treated with drilling if medical therapy fails.
Ovarian Tumour
Benign or potentially malignant ovarian tumours (mucinous, serous) requiring excision and histopathology.
Treatment Options
Advanced minimally invasive techniques for better outcomes and faster recovery
TVS Ultrasound & Tumour Markers
CA-125, AFP, and detailed ultrasound to characterise the cyst and assess malignancy risk.
Laparoscopic Cystectomy
Keyhole cyst removal with ovary preservation — gold standard for benign cysts in reproductive women.
Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
Removal of the entire ovary for large, complex, or recurrent cysts; or in postmenopausal women.
Ovarian Drilling (PCOS)
Laparoscopic electrocautery drilling of ovarian cortex to induce ovulation in PCOS.
Benefits at Chahal Hospital
Fertility Preserved
Cystectomy carefully removes only the cyst, leaving healthy ovarian tissue to maintain hormones and fertility.
HD Laparoscopic View
Magnified view allows precise dissection — identifying and protecting blood supply to healthy ovary.
Day Surgery
Most ovarian cystectomies are performed as day cases — home the same day.
Histopathology
All removed ovarian tissue is sent for pathological analysis to rule out malignancy.
Expert Specialist
Dr. Suneet Chahal is experienced in all types of ovarian surgery including complex endometriomas.
Quick Recovery
Back to normal activities within 1 week of laparoscopic ovarian surgery.
Your Specialist
Frequently Asked Questions
A carefully performed laparoscopic cystectomy preserves the surrounding healthy ovarian tissue, including egg-containing follicles. Your fertility should not be significantly affected. Endometrioma cystectomy does carry a small risk to ovarian reserve.
Functional cysts usually do not recur. Endometriomas have a recurrence rate of 15–30% at 5 years. Your surgeon will advise on medical suppression post-surgery to minimise recurrence.
Small (< 5 cm), simple cysts in premenopausal women are often observed for 1–2 cycles. Surgery is advised for cysts > 5 cm, those that grow, have complex features on ultrasound, or cause significant symptoms.
Most cases are completed in 45–90 minutes. Larger or bilateral cysts may take longer.
You can resume normal daily activities within 2–3 days and return to work in 5–7 days after laparoscopic cystectomy.
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