Minimally Invasive Surgery allows the surgeon to perform traditional procedures with small incisions on the abdominal wall.
Traditional surgery is performed through a large incision on the abdominal wall which permits visualization of and access to internal organs. Minimally Invasive Surgery allows the surgeon to perform these same procedures with small incisions on the abdominal wall. A small camera and telescopic surgical instruments are passed through these incisions. Some procedures are even done with no incision at all! Women who have had minimally invasive surgery are able to enjoy a shorter hospital stay, shorter recovery time, quicker return to work, and minimal scarring.
Minimally Invasive Surgery vs. Traditional surgery :
- Better cosmetic result- Less Scarring ( ¼ inch scars vs. 6-12 inch scar)
View Images and Details - Short hospital stay (4-23 hours vs. 3-4 days)
- Shorter recovery and faster return to work (10-14 days vs. 6-8 weeks)
- Minimal blood loss
- Less tissue trauma
- Less postoperative pain
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