POLYPECTOMY
Type: Treatment
What is polypectomy (include type of anesthesia)?
Polypectomy is a minimally invasive technique that, performed through a hysteroscope, removes polyps present in certain areas of the body, such as the endometrium, colon or uterus.
Why is it performed?
It is performed to remove polyps, whether cancerous or benign. This avoids surgery.
What does it consist of?
Hysteroscopic polypectomy for polyps of the uterus or endometrial polypectomy are procedures performed by inserting a hysteroscope through the vagina and cervix to remove or cut polyps with small scissors or similar instruments. Another system used is polypectomy with bipolar electrosurgery, which includes endoscopy and an electroscalpel with which a cut is made in the polyp that must be dissected thanks to the electric current. Polypectomy can also be performed with a resector or a polyp fragmenter. In addition, nasal polypectomy is the removal of polyps that obstruct the nasal passages and cause loss of smell and recurrent sinusitis.
Preparation for polypectomy
If the polypectomy is performed on the colon, it requires the same prior preparation as a colonoscopy. That is, the patient must follow a diet during the four previous days and must take a laxative the night before.
On the other hand, if the test is performed by gastroscopy, the patient must remain without food for a few hours.
Care after the operation
After the procedure, the patient may experience gas and slight cramping. Diet can be resumed immediately after surgery, but the rest of the normal activity may be affected during the same day of the exploration. It is important to avoid driving on that day.