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Home > Departments and Services > Obstetrics And Gynecology > Services > Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery > Minimally Invasive Options

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The landscape of gynecological surgery has evolved rapidly in the past few years. New surgical and non-surgical options are emerging for a variety of gynecological conditions, with major emphasis on minimally invasive and non-invasive options.

The main goal of minimally invasive surgery is to avoid a large abdominal incision. This has several benefits to the patient, which include:
• faster and easier recovery time
• less pain
• less blood loss
• decreased scar tissue formation

We would like to offer some information about these options and how they may benefit the individual patient. Please note that some options are not appropriate for all patients and you can only know which option is best for you by consulting directly with your physician.

For more information on some of our treatments and frequently addressed diagnoses, please click on the links below:
• Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
• Uterine Fibroids
• Hysterectomy
• Laparoscopy
• Hysteroscopy


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