Laparoscopy and laparotomy in treatment of adnexal masses during pregnancy

Abstract

A comparative analysis of 123 pregnant women who underwent laparotomy or laparoscopy surgery for adnexal masses was performed. Laparoscopy has obvious benefits in pregnancy because of decreased postoperative pain, less narcotic use, shorter hospital stays and faster postoperative return to regular activity. First and mid-second trimester of pregnancy seems to be the most appropriate period for laparoscopic surgery because of minimal risk of preterm labour.

Keywords

• pregnancy
• adnexal masses
• laparoscopy
• laparotomy
• complications
• preterm labor