Dermoid Cyst Treatment in India

Dermoid Cyst - Diagnosis and Treatment

Diagnosis of Dermoid Cyst

To identify the severity of the condition and the cause of dermoid cysts, your healthcare provider is likely to suggest the following diagnostic tests: 

• • Laparoscopy: A special device is inserted through a small hole into the abdomen to examine it visually. If necessary, a tissue sample is obtained for further analysis. Exploration of the abdomen using a laparoscope is called ‘exploratory laparoscopy.’
  • Laparotomy: The abdomen is opened through an incision for examination, and if required, a biopsy sample is obtained. Exploration of the abdomen using a laparotomy procedure is called ‘exploratory laparotomy.

Treatment of Dermoid Cyst

The treatment procedure for Dermoid Cyst of the Ovary depends on various factors. In some cases of small tumors (less than 4-6 cm), the growth rate is slow, and the healthcare provider may consider conservative measures instead of immediately recommending an invasive surgical approach. Generally, the treatment procedure for large-size cysts is complete surgical excision for all teratomas (mature or immature). The healthcare provider is likely to suggest the following surgical procedures depending on the size and severity of the condition: 

• Operative laparoscopy
• Cystectomy – It is the surgical removal of an ovarian cyst
• Oophorectomy – It is performed for the removal of the affected ovary
• Ovarian tissue-sparing techniques

Apart from these treatment procedures, chemotherapy or radiation therapy may be required for malignant teratomas. Regular follow-up and screening are required in radiation therapy.