>----- Original Message -----
From: Sherry <smgqueen@aol.com>
To: Multiple recipients of list ADHESIONS <adhesions@talk.obgyn.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 1999 1:37 AM
Subject: Re: oophorectomy
> Hi, I too have had a laparotomy for a ruptured tubal pregnancy only the
> Dr. didn't take out the ovary!!! I had my left ovary taken out via
> laparoscopy shortly after due to adhesions. Unfortunately I had
> complications so I can't give you a time frame. My sister-in-law had
> the same procedure with no complications and she was in the hospital for
> 2 or 3 days. She has had no problems and no more pain! I had my
> hysterectomy about 7 months ago and my doctor used the adhesion barrier
> Seprafilm. I was the one who mentioned using the barrier, not my
> doctor. As for the hysterectomy, I am very glad I had it done. I had
> Asherman Syndrome(adhesions in the uterus). I am on a hormone patch and
> have adjusted very well. Welcome to the board and good luck, remember
> you are not alone. Sherry
>