A Guide to Total Hysterectomy, the Benefits of Minimally-Invasive Laparoscopic Surgery
Minimally-invasive procedures offer many benefits to patients. These techniques minimize trauma to the treatment site during surgery. In turn, smaller incisions are associated with fewer risks and complications, such as bleeding, significant scars, infections, and exposure to contaminants. Additionally, fast and healthy healing is supported with less to recover from. Time in the hospital and overall costs are also reduced. At Northwestern Women’s Health Associates in Chicago, Illinois, we use laparoscopic technologies and techniques to perform surgeries (such as total hysterectomy) as a minimally-invasive alternative to conventional “open” surgery. Total Hysterectomy Hysterectomy represents one of the most common surgeries administered … Continue reading