Salpingectomy
Defination
is the surgical removal of one (unilateral) or both (bilateral) fallopian tubes.
Fallopian tubes allow eggs to travel from the ovaries to the uterus.
Indications
Infection and Stricture of the Tube due to organisms like gonorrhea, syphilis or chlamydia
Cancer of the fallopian tube
Hydrosalpinx
Ectopic (tubal) Pregnancy
Complications
Complications that may follow the salpingectomy procedure include:
Complications due to anesthesia
Bleeding
Injury to surrounding structures
Infection
Chronic pain
Renfrences
Side effects
results in short-term side effects including night sweats, hot flashes, and mood swings,
and long-term side effects including an increased risk for heart and bone disease
Removal of the ovaries and fallopian tubes in women any time before menopause puts women into immediate surgical menopause
Careplan
Monitor vitals signs
Instruct patient to take medication and prescribed when discharged
Administer pain reliefs medication as prescribed
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