Single-port laparoscopy
Single-port laparoscopy
Single-port laparoscopy (pronunciation: sin-guhl pohrt lap-uh-ros-kuh-pee), also known as single-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS), or single site laparoscopic surgery (SSLS), is a modern surgical technique in which a single incision is made in the navel for the purpose of performing a laparoscopic procedure.
Etymology
The term "single-port laparoscopy" is derived from the words "single" meaning one, "port" referring to the entry point used for surgical instruments, and "laparoscopy" which is a type of minimally invasive surgery that uses a device called a laparoscope to view the internal organs.
Procedure
In a single-port laparoscopy, the surgeon makes a single incision in the navel (or belly button) through which a port is inserted. This port allows for the passage of a laparoscope and other surgical instruments. The laparoscope transmits images of the internal organs onto a monitor, guiding the surgeon throughout the procedure. This technique is used in various surgical procedures including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hysterectomy among others.
Advantages
Single-port laparoscopy offers several advantages over traditional laparoscopic surgery. These include less post-operative pain, faster recovery time, reduced risk of complications, and improved cosmetic results due to the hidden scar in the navel.
Related Terms
- Laparoscope: A thin, lighted tube that is inserted through an incision in the abdomen to examine the abdominal organs or the female pelvic organs.
- Laparotomy: A surgical procedure involving a large incision through the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity.
- Minimally invasive surgery: Procedures performed through tiny incisions instead of one large opening.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Single-port laparoscopy
- Wikipedia's article - Single-port laparoscopy
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