Role of Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling as a First Line Management in Infertility with Polycystic Ovarian Disease

Abstract

ABSTRACTPolycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age. The pathogenesis is not completely clear still today. Problems in inducing ovulation in PCOD is well recognized. A retrospective study of last 3 years in patients attending the OPD in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, JNMC, Sawangi, Wardha, who were diagnosed as cases of PCOD with complaints of infertility and irregular menstruatal cycle underwent laparoscopic ovarian drilling. It was concluded that the procedure had higher ovulation and successfull pregnancy rate. It is cost-effective, minimally invasive procedure with lesser hospital stay with less postoperative complications, being ideal for rural setup.