What is Minimally Invasive Surgery?
Minimally invasive surgery can serve two functions: it can be a diagnostic tool, and it can treat several gynecological conditions, such as endometriosis and uterine fibroids. If you’ve been dealing with chronic pelvic pain or heavy bleeding during menstruation without improvement through other treatments, surgery may be right for you.
Your provider will be with you every step of the way, from the initial discussions of surgery through the surgical procedure and recovery. We will do our best to ease any anxiety or discomfort you may experience.
In-Office Surgery
Some minimally invasive surgical procedures can be performed in our offices. Our experienced team can get you the care you need in a space you already know and feel comfortable in. You will likely be able to go home the same day, too.
Robotic Surgery
Many of our providers are trained in robotic-assisted surgery. Robotic surgery allows for smaller surgical incisions because the robot’s specialized tools have more dexterity than a surgeon’s hands when working inside the body. Your provider will be in control of the entire procedure.
Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive surgical methods require smaller incisions than open surgery, which uses one long incision. Instead, your provider will use two or three small incisions, along with a specialized camera and tools, to see inside your body and complete the surgical procedure.
Smaller incisions are easier on the body, lower infection risk, and even cause less bleeding during surgery. Since your body has less to heal from overall, your surgery recovery time will be quicker, and you may be in less pain than a traditional open procedure.
Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
There are a variety of minimally invasive surgical procedures that can help your provider diagnose gynecological conditions and manage the symptoms of those conditions. Some of the most common include:
Endometrial Ablation
Endometrial ablation is a treatment for endometriosis that removes the inner lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. The removal of this lining reduces how much you bleed during menstruation.
Hysteroscopy
A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic surgical procedure that uses a small camera inserted through the vagina and cervix. The image of your uterus is projected onto a screen so your provider can screen for uterine issues, such as noncancerous growths like fibroids, scar tissue, and indications of heavy bleeding.
Laparoscopy
A laparoscopy is a surgical procedure that uses small incisions to access your reproductive organs through your abdomen using specialized equipment and a camera. Laparoscopies take the place of most open abdominal surgeries today.
Discuss Minimally Invasive Surgical Options with Your Provider
If you require gynecological surgery, talk to your provider about whether you are a good candidate for minimally invasive surgery. Our Florida Woman Care team works together to provide comprehensive care and a team you can trust in our office and the operating room.
Contact us to discuss minimally invasive gynecologic surgery with your provider today.