Minimally invasive surgery using a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions, used to diagnose and treat a wide range of gynaecological problems.
A laparoscopy is a type of keyhole surgery in which a thin telescope with a camera (a laparoscope) is passed through a small incision near the belly button. It allows the surgeon to look directly at the pelvic organs without needing a large open cut.
In gynaecology, laparoscopy is used both to diagnose and to treat conditions including endometriosis, ovarian cysts, fibroids, adhesions, ectopic pregnancy, pelvic pain and tubal problems. Operative laparoscopy can also be used for hysterectomy and certain prolapse repairs.
Most patients go home the same day or the day after surgery and recover more quickly than after open surgery, with smaller scars and typically less postoperative pain.
When clinically appropriate, keyhole surgery is the preferred approach because it offers shorter recovery, smaller scars and a quicker return to normal activity.
A non-exhaustive overview of the gynaecological problems often investigated or treated by laparoscopy.
Direct visualisation of the pelvis to confirm diagnosis, with simultaneous excision or ablation where appropriate.
Removal of persistent, painful or suspicious cysts while preserving healthy ovarian tissue whenever possible.
Investigation of chronic pelvic pain and division of scar tissue from previous surgery or infection.
Selected fibroid removal, sterilisation, and assessment or treatment of fallopian tube problems.
Mr Connell is a general gynaecologist with a specialist surgical focus, performing laparoscopic surgery for pain, ovarian cysts, endometriosis and hysterectomy. He has more than 20 years' consultant experience based in Kent.
He was an early adopter of minimal-access day-case techniques in the region, introducing keyhole approaches to local hospitals to reduce recovery time and improve patient experience. Operating sites include KIMS Hospital and Benenden Hospital.
Introduced minimal-access techniques to Kent hospitals over 20 years ago.
Where safe, suspected pathology is treated in the same operation, avoiding a second anaesthetic.
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"I recently had a procedure done by Dr Connell and I cannot thank him enough for the care and professionalism he showed throughout the whole experience from first time meeting him to my procedure being done. He took the time to explain everything clearly and his caring manner and gentle approach really helped put me at ease."
"Thank you, super knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole procedure."
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