Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
A needle through the vaginal wall drains the cyst and treats its lining. No cuts on your belly and you go home the same day.
Chocolate and simple cysts
Remove the cyst, keep the ovary
Ovarian Cyst Removal in Gangnam, Seoul, that protects your ovary
Ovarian cyst removal is a procedure to drain or take out a cyst that has not gone away on its own, while keeping as much healthy ovary as possible. At Sinsoe Women's Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, female OB-GYNs offer ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy through the vaginal wall, with no scar on your belly, and laparoscopic or robotic cystectomy in the B2 surgery center. Sclerotherapy can be combined with HIFU for fibroids or adenomyosis in the same session. An English-speaking coordinator stays with you from booking to follow-up.
- No-scar sclerotherapy option
- Ovary-preserving approach
- Laparoscopic and robotic cystectomy
- B2 surgery center, 5F recovery rooms
- Can be combined with HIFU
- 0 incisions on the belly with sclerotherapy
- 2 removal methods: sclerotherapy or laparoscopy
- 5 female doctors on one team
- EN English coordinator from booking to follow-up
The basics
What is ovarian cyst removal?
When an ovarian cyst stays, grows or causes pain, your doctor may advise taking it out. There are two main ways: draining and sealing the cyst from the inside (sclerotherapy), or cutting the cyst wall away from the ovary (cystectomy).
Sclerotherapy uses a thin needle passed through the vaginal wall under ultrasound. The fluid is drained and a sclerosing agent is placed to shrink the lining so the cyst is less likely to refill. Your ovary stays where it is and there is no external scar.
Laparoscopic cystectomy removes the whole cyst wall through a few small cuts. The tissue can be checked in a lab, which matters for dermoid cysts or any cyst with unclear features.
Good to know Removal may be advised for
- A cyst that stays after 2 to 3 cycles
- A chocolate cyst (endometrioma) that is growing or painful
- A dermoid cyst or cystadenoma
- A cyst large enough to risk twisting the ovary
- A cyst that may affect your chance of pregnancy
Not covered on this page
- If you just found out about a cyst, start with ovarian cyst treatment, which covers watchful waiting
- A cyst with signs of cancer is referred to a hospital with a gynecologic oncology team
Which method
Sclerotherapy or laparoscopy: which suits your cyst?
Your doctor chooses after an ultrasound, and sometimes blood tests or MRI. This is a simplified guide.
| Cyst type | Usual approach |
|---|---|
| Chocolate cyst | Sclerotherapy is often a good option to keep ovarian tissue |
| Simple cyst that refills | Sclerotherapy, often with follow-up medicine |
| Dermoid cyst | Laparoscopic cystectomy, because it contains solid tissue |
| Unclear or solid parts | Laparoscopy so the tissue can be tested, or hospital referral |
| Both ovaries affected | An ovary-sparing plan, discussed carefully if you want children |
Final advice depends on your scan, your age and your plans for pregnancy.
How it's done
Ovarian cyst removal methods at Sinsoe
All three aim to remove the problem while keeping as much ovary as possible.
Laparoscopic cystectomy
Through 3 or 4 small cuts, the cyst wall is peeled away from the ovary and sent to the lab. See laparoscopy.
Dermoid or unclear cystsRobotic cystectomy
The same operation done with robotic instruments, which allow fine movements in tight spaces. Your doctor tells you if it offers a benefit in your case.
Complex surgery Step by step
Your ovarian cyst removal in Gangnam
From first scan to follow-up, you deal with the same English-speaking team.
- 1 Message us in English On WhatsApp. Send your scan report and travel dates if you are visiting.
- 2 Check in on 2F Bring your passport or Alien Registration Card. Reception and the OB-GYN clinic are on the 2nd floor.
- 3 Scan and consultation A female OB-GYN confirms the cyst type and explains sclerotherapy or surgery, with the risks of each.
- 4 The procedure on B2 Sclerotherapy or laparoscopy in the B2 surgery center. Your doctor explains the pain relief or anesthesia beforehand.
- 5 Recovery and follow-up You rest in a private 5F recovery room. A follow-up scan checks the ovary and whether the cyst refills.
How to prepare
- Fast as instructed by your coordinator if you will have sedation or anesthesia.
- Tell your doctor about blood thinners, allergies and past surgery.
- Bring all earlier scan and blood test reports.
- Arrange for someone to take you home.
Recovery at home
After sclerotherapy, most women have mild cramps and some watery discharge for a few days and go back to light activity within 1 to 2 days.
After laparoscopy, expect shoulder-tip pain from the gas and sore cuts for a few days. Most return to desk work in about 1 to 2 weeks.
Honest comparison
Recovery, fertility and risks
Both methods are well established. Here is what to expect, including the downsides.
Sclerotherapy
Same-day, 1 to 2 days rest
Keeps ovarian tissue and leaves no scar. Cysts can come back, so follow-up medicine or injections and scans are advised. Rare risks: infection, bleeding, pain.
Laparoscopic cystectomy
1 to 2 weeks recovery
Removes the whole cyst wall and allows lab testing. Some healthy ovarian tissue can be lost, which may lower ovarian reserve. Risks: bleeding, infection, adhesions.
Fertility
Your plans come first
If you want children, tell your doctor. An AMH test before treatment shows your ovarian reserve and helps choose the gentlest method.
Recurrence
Especially chocolate cysts
Endometriomas can come back after any method. Long-term hormone treatment lowers the risk.
Expats & visitors
Having an ovarian cyst removed in Korea as a foreigner
Plan your days in Seoul around the method you choose.
Follow-up close to home
Bring your Alien Registration Card. Follow-up scans are done at the same clinic, so changes are easy to see.
Timing your flight
After sclerotherapy, short flights are usually fine after 1 to 2 days. After laparoscopy, plan about 1 week in Seoul before a long flight. Your doctor confirms it is safe.
English documents
Ask for an English medical certificate, your operation note and any lab result for your home doctor or insurer.
Quick answers
Ovarian cyst removal in Seoul: common questions
Where can I get ovarian cyst removal in Gangnam with an English-speaking doctor?
Sinsoe Women's Clinic at 537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul offers ovarian cyst sclerotherapy and laparoscopic cystectomy by female OB-GYNs, with an English-speaking coordinator. It is a 4-minute walk from Eonju Station Exit 7 (Line 9). Book on WhatsApp at +82-10-9517-5719.
Can an ovarian cyst be removed without surgery?
Many can be treated with sclerotherapy, where a needle through the vaginal wall drains the cyst under ultrasound. There is no cut on your belly. Dermoid cysts usually need surgery.
Will I lose my ovary?
The aim is to keep your ovary. Sclerotherapy leaves the ovary in place and cystectomy removes only the cyst wall. Removing a whole ovary is rarely needed.
How long is recovery after ovarian cyst removal?
About 1 to 2 days after sclerotherapy and about 1 to 2 weeks after laparoscopy for most women.
Can the cyst come back after removal?
Yes, especially chocolate cysts. Follow-up medicine and regular ultrasound lower the risk and catch any return early.
Can I get pregnant after ovarian cyst removal?
Most women can. Tell your doctor if you are planning pregnancy so she chooses the method that best protects your ovarian reserve.
How much does ovarian cyst removal cost in Seoul?
It depends on the method and the cyst. The coordinator gives you an estimate after your scan and consultation.
Is ovarian cyst sclerotherapy painful?
Your doctor plans pain relief or sedation with you so you stay comfortable during the procedure. Mild cramps for a few days afterwards are common.
Ready when you are
Ask about ovarian cyst removal in Gangnam, Seoul
Send your scan report in English. A coordinator replies with a time to see a female OB-GYN and talk through your options.
Sinsoe Women's Clinic
537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06126, South KoreaEonju Station Exit 7 (4 min) · Yeoksam Station Exit 6 (5 min)
| Mon & Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue, Wed, Thu | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |