Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery (pronunciation: min-uh-muh-lee in-vay-siv sur-juh-ree) is a modern surgical technique that involves making small incisions in the body to perform surgical procedures. This technique is also known as laparoscopic surgery, endoscopic surgery, or keyhole surgery.
Etymology
The term "Minimally Invasive Surgery" is derived from the Latin words "minimus" meaning "least", "invasio" meaning "an attack", and "surgery" from the Greek word "cheirourgia" meaning "hand work". The term reflects the nature of the procedure, which is less invasive than traditional open surgery.
Definition
Minimally Invasive Surgery refers to surgical procedures that are performed through tiny incisions instead of one large opening. Because the incisions are small, patients tend to have quicker recovery times and less discomfort than with conventional surgery — all with the same benefits.
Related Terms
- Laparoscopy: A type of surgical procedure that allows a surgeon to access the inside of the abdomen and pelvis without having to make large incisions in the skin.
- Endoscopy: A non-surgical procedure used to examine a person's digestive tract.
- Robotic Surgery: A type of minimally invasive surgery where operations are performed through tiny incisions using robotic technology.
- Thoracoscopy: A procedure that looks at the chest cavity through a small incision made on the chest wall.
Procedures
Minimally Invasive Surgery can be used for a wide range of procedures, including gallbladder removal, appendectomy, hernia repair, and weight loss surgery. It is also used in certain types of heart surgery, orthopedic surgery, and gynecologic surgery.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages of Minimally Invasive Surgery include less pain, lower risk of infection, shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery times, smaller scars, and reduced blood loss. However, these procedures may not be suitable for everyone and can have risks and complications, such as injury to organs, bleeding, and potential for conversion to open surgery.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Wikipedia's article - Minimally Invasive Surgery
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