Every surgery carries some level of risk, but minimally invasive surgery reduces these risks significantly. Minimally invasive surgeries not only limit scarring and recovery time, but they also tend to cost less than traditional procedures. OB/GYN Specialists of South Miami offers minimally invasive surgery to women with a variety of conditions, from fibroids to ovarian cysts. To learn more about minimally invasive surgery, call the office in Miami today.
Minimally invasive surgery is an approach to surgery that seeks to minimize risks to the patient by significantly reducing the size of the incisions. In some cases, minimally invasive surgery is performed with the help of robotics to make the surgeon’s movements even more precise and accurate.
Minimally invasive surgery offers several benefits for patients, including:
In obstetrics and gynecology, minimally invasive surgery can be used to perform a wide variety of procedures. For example, your doctor may recommend a minimally invasive approach to hysterectomy if you need to have your uterus removed because of excessive bleeding or fibroids tumors. OB/GYNs may also use minimally invasive surgery to:
However, not every patient is a good candidate for minimally invasive surgery. In some cases, a traditional open procedure may be necessary instead. If you’re interested in minimally invasive surgery, your doctor can review your case and explain whether this option is appropriate for you.
Like all surgical procedures, minimally invasive surgery carries some risks. You may have a bad reaction to the anesthesia, or you may experience excessive bleeding. You may also develop an infection after a minimally invasive procedure.
However, even though minimally invasive surgery carries risks, it’s usually safer than an open surgery.
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