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Health Encyclopedia: Diagnostic Laparoscopy
There is no blood in the abdomen, no hernias, no intestinal obstruction, and no cancer in any visible organs. The uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries are of normal size, shape, and color. The liver is normal.
What abnormal results mean
The procedure may detect the following:
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Ovarian cysts - Abnormal union of body surfaces (such as adhesions following prior surgery)
- Endometriosis
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Uterine fibroids - Tumors
- Pelvic in...
Expert & Community Posts
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Health Guide
Endometriosis: Diagnosis
...women have had children. [For more information on fibroids, see In-Depth Report #73: Uterine fibroids.]Fibroid tumors may not need to be removed if they are not causing pain, bleeding excessively,... Read more »Ovarian Cancer: Diagnosis
...include:Benign functional ovarian cystsAbscesses and infectionFibroids Click the icon to see an image of a fibroid tumor.EndometriosisPolycystic ovaries Click the icon to see an image of a... Read more »Menstrual Disorders: Causes
...bleeding. Women who have migraine headaches may be more likely to experience menorrhagia and endometriosis.Fibroid tumors may not need to be removed if they are not causing pain, bleeding... Read more »Coping with your period
...(such as a miscarriage)sexually transmitted diseases (such as Chlamydia)growths (such as polyps or fibroids)hormonal problems (such as polycystic ovary syndrome, thyroid disease or adrenal... Read more »Infertility In Women: Diagnosis
...of blockage, hysterosalpingography may reveal a number of conditions, including endometrial polyps, fibroid tumors, or structural abnormalities of the uterus and tubes.The test has significant... Read more »Images
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