Gynecology and Obstetrics

In the obstetrics and gynecology unit, general women’s health, childbirth, pregnancy follow-up, gynecological oncology, genital aesthetics, reproductive health, pelvic diseases, menopause and gynecological surgery are taken care of. Gynecologists and obstetricians are entitled to this title after 6 years of medical education and 4 years of specialization. Some gynecologists may also specialize in subspecialties. Such as gynecologic oncology, pelvic diseases.

In the gynecology outpatient clinic, health problems of women of all ages from adolescence to menopause are diagnosed and treated. In addition, vaccination and in vitro fertilization treatment methods are applied for those who cannot have a baby. Sexual dysfunctions, reproductive diseases, risky pregnancies and gynecological disorders are also examined.

Which Diseases Does Gynecology and Obstetrics Unit Treat?

Pregnancy follow-up and delivery: Pregnancy follow-up begins as soon as pregnancy is diagnosed. The aim of this follow-up is to protect the health of the expectant mother and the baby. Special follow-up is performed in high-risk pregnancies. For example, if the expectant mother is of advanced age, has weight problems, hypertension, diabetes or anemia, follow-up is more frequent and detailed. Developmental abnormalities of the baby are detected in the womb and early treatment is aimed.

Reproductive endocrinology and infertility: Reproductive endocrinology and infertility, which covers the diagnosis, follow-up and treatment of hormonal disorders and infertility (infertility), includes polycystic ovary syndrome, hyperprolactinemia, estrogen hormone deficiency, hyperplasia disease and infertility.

Gynecologic oncology: Gynecologic oncology covers the early detection, diagnosis and treatment of cancers of the female reproductive organs. Gynecological cancers include uterine cancer, cervical cancer and ovarian cancer. Cervical cancer is the most common type of cancer in women after breast cancer. The cause is HPV. The way to prevent HPV, and therefore cervical cancer, is vaccination. Ovarian cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer. It is an insidious disease and it is important to have regular gynecological examinations.

Pelvic diseases and reconstructive surgery: It aims to treat diseases of the pelvic organs such as urinary incontinence and prolapse. Pelvic reconstructive surgery is a surgical procedure used to reconstruct the pelvic organs.

Genital aesthetics: Interventions that correct congenital or acquired deformities in the genital area are called genital aesthetics. Correction of sagging and irregular inner lips called labiaplasty, narrowing of the enlarged vagina called vaginoplasty, reduction of the size of the labia called cliteroplasty by removing excess tissues are included in genital aesthetic interventions.

Myoma: Benign masses originating from the uterine tissue and protruding outside the uterus are called fibroids. It is seen in approximately 25 percent of women. Although there are surgical and non-surgical treatment options, fibroids are usually treated with surgery. Laparoscopic surgery, which is a closed surgery method, is used.

Cysts: Different types of cysts such as ovarian cyst, chocolate cyst (endometriosis), Bartholin cyst, teratoma and cystadenoma can be seen in the genital area. Most of these cysts are benign, but they reduce the comfort of life and negatively affect pregnancy.

Laparoscopic surgery: Laparoscopic surgery is a closed surgery method. It provides a comfortable and safe process by opening small holes instead of large incisions in the surgery of the intra-abdominal and lower abdominal organs with the help of cameras and repair tools. This method, which is used in many surgical fields, also plays an important role in gynecology surgeries.

Family planning: It aims to enable couples to have children according to their wishes or to protect them from pregnancy. Preventing risky pregnancies, adjusting the age of birth, preventing problems caused by excessive fertility are among the topics of family planning.

Child and adolescent gynecology: Gynecological problems that may occur in girls during childhood or adolescence. The pediatric period (childhood) is, by definition, the period from infancy to puberty (transition to girlhood). Early puberty, late puberty or vaginal and external genital infections are diseases of this section.

Menopause: It is the permanent cessation of the menstrual cycle as a result of the ovaries losing their activity. While the age of menopause is normally seen in the 40-50 age range, menstrual irregularities can also be seen in the 30s at some ages. Hot flashes, vaginal dryness and exhaustion are among the symptoms.

Geriatric gynecology: Aims to treat diseases that may occur as a result of changes in the genital organs of women aged 70 and over. Examples include osteoporosis, bacterial infections, postmenopausal bleeding or cancer.

Obstetricians and Gynecologists in Denizli

At Denizli Private Odak Hospital, pregnancy follow-up and delivery, as well as gynecological oncology, genital aesthetics, pelvic floor surgery and many other special diseases are performed by physicians who specialize in these issues.