Historically, invasive, large incisions were necessary to perform “open” abdominal surgical procedures. While effective, this method increased the possibility of multiple complications, including post ...

Laparoscopic or "minimally invasive" surgery is a specialized technique for performing surgery. In the past, this technique was commonly used for gynecologic surgery and for gall bladder surgery. Over ...

The primary goal of surgery is to provide the best possible care according to evidence-based medicine. Development of new instruments enables innovative surgeries that result in smaller perioperative ...

Nowadays, laparoscopic adrenalectomy is the gold standard in the management of adrenal gland tumours qualified for surgical treatment. There are multiple reports univocally proving the superiority of ...

SLU Hospital Launches Single-Incision Laparoscopic Surgery Program Saint Louis (Mo.) University Hospital recently launched a new single-incision laparoscopic surgery program, which is an advancement ...

One-port, single-incision laparoscopy is part of the natural development of minimally invasive surgery. Refinement and modification of laparoscopic instrumentation has resulted in a substantial ...

Dr. Ponsky answers the question: 'What Is Laparoscopy, When Is It Used?' March 16, 2009 -- Question: What is laparoscopy, and when is it used in the treatment of prostate cancer? Answer: Laparoscopy ...

Dr. Uzzo answers the question: 'Lymph Node Removal By Laparoscopy?' March 16, 2009 -- Question: Can lymph node tissue be obtained by laparoscopy? Answer: Every organ has lymph nodes that drain it.