Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialist

What is minimally invasive surgery?

In decades past, surgical procedures required a relatively large incision to access the surgical site. That meant more bleeding and a longer recovery period, as well as a high risk of complications. Minimally invasive surgery techniques like laparoscopy and robotic-assisted surgery use specialized tools to perform the same surgical outcomes without the need for large incisions.

What is laparoscopy and when is it a good approach?

Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical approach that offers an alternative to traditional open surgery. The technique uses a very slim surgical tool called a laparoscope, which is fitted with a light and telescope.

Your surgeon uses small incisions to gain access to the surgical site. The laparoscope is carefully guided into position where it sends real-time imaging of your internal organs and tissues to a monitor. Your surgeon is able to “see” the surgical site on a screen, and can perform procedures using special miniaturized instruments.

Laparoscopy is a good treatment option for these surgical procedures:

• Tubal ligation
• Ovarian cyst removal
• Hysterectomy

Laparoscopy is also a powerful diagnostic tool, and can provide visual confirmation of uterine fibroids or endometriosis.

What is robotic surgery?

Robotic-assisted surgery is among the most exciting innovations in medicine, and allows improved surgical outcomes without the risks associated with traditional open surgery.

At Elite OB/GYN, the da Vinci® Surgical System is used to perform all robotic surgeries, including:

• Hysterectomy, removal of your uterus and ovaries
• Endometriosis resection, removal of displaced endometrial tissue
• Myomectomy, removal of uterine fibroids
• Sacrocolpopexy, repair of pelvic organ prolapse

Your specialist can advise you on the best surgical approach for these and any other gynecologic needs.

What are the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery?

The da Vinci Surgical System has been in use for more than a decade, treating more than three million patients. Data collected from those procedures show the benefits of robotic surgery over more traditional surgical approaches.

Robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System allows:

• Lower risk of complications
• Shorter hospital stays
• Less blood loss and lower need for blood transfusion
• Lower risk of readmission
• Faster recovery

The da Vinci platform enables your surgeon to complete procedures without a large incision or the need to significantly displace internal organs or other soft tissues, lowering the risk of nerve damage and significant bleeding. A smaller incision means faster healing and a low risk of infection.

To learn more about minimally invasive surgical techniques, schedule an appointment with Elite OB/GYN today online or over the phone.