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

Patients at Memorial Hospital in York, Pa., are undergoing certain laparoscopic surgeries with a single-incision surgical device that leave only a hidden scar, according to a York Dispatch report.

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 ...

Jackie Columbo is back at work as a dental assistant today, just eight days after having a hysterectomy. And the only sign of her surgery? Just one tiny scar at her bellybutton. During a two-hour ...

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 ...

Huy T. T. Nguyen, DO, discusses five important points on single-incision laparoscopic surgery in ambulatory surgery centers. 1. SILS results in less pain and shorter recovery time for patients.