Laparotomy for Dermoid Cyst Out or In Patient?

[HH3]

Hi, all.

I am wondering if my [upcoming] surgery (laparotomy) to remove my dermoid cyst would likely be an outpatient or in patient procedure?

It was discovered when I had a cat scan to confirm my incisional hernia that I incurred after my third baby was born (summer of 2003).

TIA

P.S.  The doc plans to go through my old c section scar since the cyst is large.  I am waiting on his nurse to call me re:  the ultrasound results and to schedule a surgery date.

[HH3]

Thanks for the replies, Ladies!

I found out late last week that my procedure will be inpatient.  I had the general surgeon for the hernia repair; he wanted to assist the OB in the operating room to protect the mesh, but I was informed by the OB during last Friday's phone call that no, the general surgeon won't be assisting (unless he changes his mind, etc.)  I think both parties spoke about my situation and feel that the mesh and the cyst are far enough away from each other to cause a clash...

Let's hope so...

My surgery date has tentatively been scheduled for March 22.  I thought it was going to be this week.  Ther reason for the delay is due to the fact that the OB only performs surgeries on Wednesdays, and a few a month at that.  I was all psyched up (and still am) regarding getting this problem taken care of.  I may lose an ovary in the scheme of things, too.  Oh, well.  I'm done having kids and had my tubes tied after the third child in 2003.

My inpatient stay will be short.  

Thanks again for the replies!

[xrayu2]

I just had a diagnostic lap and htey had planned on taking my ovary(but did not).. Anyway, they were planning on  sending me home the same day even with an oopherectomy.  I would say you will be going home.