Treatments and procedures
Each page explains what the procedure is and when it may be considered. Suitability, scope and possible risks are assessed during a consultation.
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In any surgical or interventional procedure, results may vary from person to person. You are advised to obtain a detailed opinion from your physician before the procedure.
Gynecological Procedures
Gynecological procedures cover the screening, diagnostic and treatment procedures used for health problems affecting the uterus, cervix, ovaries, fallopian tubes, vagina, external genital area and pelvic floor.
Laparoscopic (Keyhole) and Open Surgery
Laparoscopic (keyhole) and open surgery are two ways of reaching the organs inside the abdomen in gynecological operations; laparoscopy uses a camera and special instruments inserted through small incisions, while…
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Uterine Fibroid Treatment
Fibroid treatment covers monitoring, medication and surgical options for benign growths of the uterine muscle (fibroids).
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Ovarian Cysts
Ovarian cysts are sacs that develop in the ovary and are filled with fluid or other tissue; most are benign and go away on their own, while some may require…
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Endometrioma (Chocolate Cyst) and Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a long-term condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus is found outside the uterus, mostly in the pelvis; a cyst that this tissue forms…
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine; in women it most often occurs as stress incontinence, urgency incontinence or a combination of the two known as mixed incontinence.
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Cystocele (Bladder Prolapse)
A cystocele is the bulging of the bladder into the front wall of the vagina and is the most common type of pelvic organ prolapse.
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Uterine Prolapse
Uterine prolapse is the descent of the uterus into or out of the vagina as a result of weakening of the ligaments and pelvic floor muscles that support it.
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Rectocele and Enterocele
A rectocele is the bulging of the last part of the large bowel (rectum) into the back wall of the vagina, and an enterocele is the bulging of part of…
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Pap Smear Test
A Pap smear test (cervical cytology) is a screening test in which cells taken from the cervix are examined under a microscope for precancerous changes.
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HPV Testing and Follow-up
HPV testing and follow-up covers detecting the high-risk HPV types that can cause cervical cancer and planning the next steps according to the test result.
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Colposcopy
Colposcopy is an examination in which the cervix is looked at in detail with a magnifying microscope (colposcope) and a biopsy is taken if needed.
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Endometrial Biopsy
Endometrial biopsy is the removal of a small tissue sample from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) with a thin cannula for pathological examination.
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Cosmetic Gynecology
Cosmetic gynecology (genital aesthetics) covers surgical and non-surgical procedures concerning the appearance of the external genital area and the vagina, or certain complaints in this area.
Labiaplasty
Labiaplasty is the surgical reshaping of the size and shape of the inner or outer labia.
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Clitoral Aesthetics (Clitoral Hood Reduction)
Clitoral aesthetics (clitoral hoodoplasty) is the surgical reshaping of the fold of skin that covers the clitoris.
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Vaginal Tightening (Vaginoplasty)
Vaginal tightening covers surgical (vaginoplasty) and laser procedures for a feeling of vaginal width or laxity.
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Labia Majora Augmentation
Labia majora augmentation is an injection procedure performed with hyaluronic acid filler or the person’s own fat tissue to adjust the volume and appearance of the outer labia.
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Procedures for Sexual Desire and Pleasure
Procedures for sexual desire and pleasure cover the assessment of complaints related to sexual desire, arousal and orgasm, and the procedures used for this purpose, whose effectiveness has not yet…
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Plasma (PRP) Treatments for the Genital and Vaginal Area
Plasma treatment of the genital and vaginal area is the injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), prepared from the person’s own blood, into the tissues of this area.
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Monsplasty (Pubic Mound Aesthetics)
Monsplasty is an aesthetic correction that may be considered for marked fullness, excess skin or sagging of the mons pubis (pubic mound), the area rich in fatty tissue over the…
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Genital Skin Lightening
Genital skin lightening treatments are considered with the aim of reducing the appearance of darker skin in the external genital area.
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Episiotomy Scar Repair (Postpartum Genital Aesthetics)
Episiotomy scar repair covers the assessment and surgical repair (perineoplasty) of scar and tissue changes that remain after an episiotomy or a perineal tear from childbirth has healed.
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Hymenoplasty (Hymen Repair)
Hymenoplasty is the surgical reconstruction of the hymenal tissue at the vaginal opening.
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Pregnancy Care and Delivery
Pregnancy care is the series of regular check-ups that monitor the health of mother and baby from before conception until after the birth.
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Infertility Treatment
Infertility treatment covers the joint assessment of a couple who have not achieved a pregnancy, basic tests, stimulation and monitoring of ovulation with medicines and, when needed, referral to licensed…
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Curettage (D&C)
Curettage is a gynecological procedure performed to take tissue from inside the uterus or to empty the contents of the uterus.
Learn moreThe information on this page is for general information only and does not replace a medical examination, diagnosis or treatment. The suitability, scope and possible risks of any procedure vary from person to person and are assessed during a consultation.
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