Event Date: Sat - 11 Feb, 2023
Event Time: 9:10 am
Location: World Laparoscopy Hospital
Institute: WLH
A laparoscopic wet lab is a simulated surgical environment that allows surgeons and gynecologists to practice laparoscopic procedures using live tissue. In this setting, gynecologists may practice a variety of laparoscopic procedures, including laparoscopic tubal sterilization, salpingostomy, ovarian cystectomy, salpingo-oophorectomy, ovarian drilling, and hysterectomy surgeries.
During the lab, gynecologists may have the opportunity to practice various techniques and procedures under the guidance of experienced surgeons. They may also have the opportunity to learn about the different types of laparoscopic instruments and how to use them effectively during surgery.
Laparoscopic tubal sterilization, also known as "tubal ligation," is a permanent method of birth control in which the fallopian tubes are blocked or severed to prevent the fertilization of eggs. Salpingostomy involves the creation of an opening in the fallopian tube to remove an ectopic pregnancy or to treat infertility.
Ovarian cystectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of an ovarian cyst. Salpingo-oophorectomy involves the removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries and is often performed as part of a hysterectomy procedure.
Ovarian drilling is a procedure that is used to treat polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) by using heat or laser to puncture the surface of the ovaries. Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the uterus and may be performed for a variety of reasons, including to treat uterine fibroids, endometriosis, or cancer.
Overall, a laparoscopic wet lab provides gynecologists with a valuable opportunity to practice and refine their laparoscopic surgical skills, helping to improve patient outcomes and reduce surgical complications.