Our services - Athens Centre for Endometriosis

Expert Surgical Excision of Endometriosis

Athens Centre for Endometriosis, founded by Dr Konstantinos Kyriakopoulos, is an advanced multidisciplinary endometriosis and gynaecology surgical centre. Based at Mediterraneo Hospital, our team treats multiple types of endometriosis using complete excision. Our main services are endometriosis and gynaecology health issues.

Our centre focuses on you, utilising our experience and expertise to make your journey as stress free and helpful as possible. We provide a comprehensive surgical approach to the management of endometriosis regardless of the stage and location of endometriosis.

Diagnosis

Difficulties in obtaining a diagnosis is one of the biggest difficulties faced by endometriosis sufferers all over the world. According to statistics it can take up to 10 years or more until a diagnosis is made. At Athens Centre for Endometriosis patients have access to expert imaging and the latest diagnostic technology, and our team will give them fast and detailed diagnosis wherever possible.

Treatment

Complete excision is the best treatment method for endometriosis, and at Athens Centre for Endometriosis we use excision as primary treatment option. We have put together a team of experts trained in minimally-invasive surgery to offer patients the best surgical solution. We are able to treat difficult and complex cases of endometriosis, including thoracic and sciatic nerves.

Support

Our support and help for patients continue after their discharge as well. We know how stressful it can be when you are faced with questions and you need someone to make things clear for you. We support our patients every step of their journey towards a life without pain. Dr Kyriakopoulos is always available to contact if patients need advice or someone to discuss with..

OUR APPROACH

Complete excision for endometriosis

Our team understands the difficulties you face living with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain, as such we have employed a comprehensive patient centred approach consisting of diagnosis, treatment and support.

Advanced laparoscopy

Dr Kyriakopoulos, Dr Brattis and Dr Georgopoulos are trained in advanced minimally invasive procedures allowing them to treat pelvic, bowel and urinary endometriosis using keyhole surgery.

Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic endometriosis is a severe entity that can lead to lung collapse. Its treatment is surgical. At Athens Centre for Endometriosis we are able to perform VATS for thoracic endometriosis.

Hysteroscopy

Hysteroscopy can be used to diagnose uterine cavity issues and to remove fibroids or polyps. Dr Kyriakopoulos is trained in hysteroscopy and he performs it quite frequent in patients with uterine issues.

Minimally Invasive Gynecology Services

At Athens Centre for Endometriosis all our surgeons are trained in minimally invasive surgery, allowing us to treat complex and difficult cases using laparoscopy and VATS.

Pelvic endometriosis

Pelvic endometriosis refers to lesions that are found inside the pelvic cavity affecting organs such as the uterosacral ligaments.

Ovarian endometriosis

Ovarian endometriosis, known as chocolate cysts, are endometriosis lesions affecting the ovaries. Endometriomas can be small or large.

Bowel endometriosis

Endometriosis can also be found on both the large and small intestines. It can be superficial or deep infiltrating the bowel wall.

Urinary endometriosis

A type of endometriosis considered rare, urinary endometriosis can affect the urethers and the bladder, causing hydronephrosis.

Adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a condition of the uterus and can co-exist with endometriosis and fibroids. Unfortunately, adenomyosis curative treatment is represented by hysterectomy.

Fibroids

Fibroids are benign growths that are affecting the uterus. Based on their location, fibroids can cause various symptoms.