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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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.

Dr. Christopher McIltrot, a board-certified surgeon on staff at Rowan Regional Medical Center, is performing gallbladder removal with an instrument that only requires one incision, becoming the first ...