Surgical ovarian stimulation for polycystic disease (drilling) in Kyiv: the cost of treating polycystic ovaries at the Oxford Medical clinic

A loyalty program is available for surgical interventions in the hospital, which makes treatment even more affordable.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a polyendocrine disorder characterized by changes in hormonal levels and metabolic processes. In particular, ovulation becomes irregular or does not occur at all, and many small cysts form in the ovaries. This condition can be complicated by problems with conception or infertility.

Treatment of PCOS begins with the use of conservative methods. If therapy does not yield results within 4-5 months, wedge-shaped resection of the ovary or drilling is prescribed.

Drilling is a procedure for surgical stimulation of the ovaries, which helps restore normal follicle maturation and regular ovulation. Its essence lies in creating pinpoint holes (up to 2 mm) in the thickened ovarian shell.

At Oxford Medical, drilling is performed laparoscopically using a surgical laser or ultrasonic scalpel. This is a minimally invasive technique that is highly effective, has a low risk of complications, and is accompanied by a mild rehabilitation period. Most often, ovulation is restored within a month after surgery.

In our clinic, drilling is performed by experienced gynecological surgeons. The operating rooms are equipped with expert-class equipment that allows all manipulations to be performed with maximum accuracy.

Drilling is prescribed to women who are planning a pregnancy and have problems with conception. With PCOS, a lot of androgens (male sex hormones) are produced, which disrupts the hormonal background. The tissues of the ovarian membrane thicken, their structure changes, and cysts form. As a result, ovulation is disrupted and conception does not occur.

As a rule, drilling is used in case of ineffective drug stimulation of the ovaries and with a slight thickening of their membrane. Before the procedure, the woman undergoes a comprehensive examination to make sure that there are indications and to exclude contraindications.

As a result of drilling for polycystic ovaries, the production of androgens decreases, the menstrual cycle and egg maturation are restored. After this, many women have a chance that conception will occur naturally or with the help of IVF.

Before the operation, the patient is prescribed a comprehensive examination.

It may include:

• Ultrasound of the pelvic organs;
• analysis of urogenital secretions;
• blood tests (general, biochemistry, coagulogram, hormones);
• electrocardiography (ECG) and other examinations as indicated.

For 2 weeks before the operation, it is recommended not to take drugs that affect blood clotting. In 1-2 days, switch to a light diet, and on the day of the operation, come to the clinic on an empty stomach.

Oxford Medical has a high-tech surgery department. The availability of new equipment allows drilling to be performed using a minimally invasive technique – laparoscopy. This makes the operation safer, reduces the duration of hospitalization to 1 day and facilitates the rehabilitation period.

Drilling is performed as follows:

1. The patient is put under anesthesia.
2. A small puncture is made in the abdominal cavity, through which carbon dioxide is injected to raise the abdominal wall.
3. After that, several more punctures are made, up to 1 cm in diameter, through which an endoscope equipped with a miniature video camera and trocars – special surgical instruments – are inserted into the abdominal cavity. The image from the camera is transmitted to the monitor screen and magnified many times, which provides the surgeon with high-quality visualization.
4. The surgeon examines the ovaries and determines the places for drilling.
5. Makes pinpoint holes (up to 2 mm in diameter) on the surface of the ovaries using a surgical laser or ultrasonic scalpel.
6. After the procedure is complete, the surgeon inspects the abdominal cavity, evacuates the carbon dioxide, removes the instruments, and places small stitches at the puncture sites.

The main advantages of drilling are:

• high efficiency - ovarian drilling often leads to the restoration of ovulation in women in whom drug treatment has not yielded results;
• minimal invasiveness - the procedure is performed laparoscopically, which reduces the risk of complications and accelerates rehabilitation;
• long-term results - the effect of drilling can persist for several months or even years, which is important for women planning pregnancy;
• normalization of hormonal levels - after drilling, insulin resistance can improve and androgen levels can decrease, which has a positive effect on the patient's overall health.

After the operation, the patient is transferred to the intensive care unit, where she comes out of anesthesia and remains under medical supervision for some time. After that, she is transferred to a hospital ward. Oxford Medical has single and double hotel-style wards so that all patients feel comfortable.

A few hours after the drilling, the surgeon examines the patient and, if everything is fine, allows her to get up, drink water slowly and gradually resume eating. The specialist gives detailed recommendations that should be strictly followed.

The cost of drilling for polycystic ovaries may vary depending on individual characteristics. You can find out the prices of surgical treatment here. The doctor will advise you more precisely on this issue during a preliminary consultation. Make an appointment at a time convenient for you.

At «Oxford Medical» you can receive comprehensive medical care. The medical center has new equipment for diagnostics and surgical treatment. There is also a reproduktology department, whose specialists help solve problems with conception.