Understanding Bartholin's Gland Cysts

8. Surgery

There are many treatment options available to doctors. In some cases, if a cyst is large or infected, it may require drainage. After a technician applies a local anesthetic, a surgeon will make a small incision on the cyst. After allowing it to drain, they will insert a catheter into the incision. The catheter may remain in place for several weeks to ensure the cyst remains open and drains properly. Some women may require complete surgical removal of a Bartholin’s gland cyst.