The old-fashioned method of surgery is no longer preferred since the introduction of the minimally invasive surgery, also known as laparoscopic surgery. It is very often associated with its undoubtful benefits. Patients and surgeons have chosen this method of surgery due to its advantages compared to traditional open surgery.
Laparoscopic surgeries are performed via small incisions. The smaller incisions cause less pain, less blood loos and leave smaller scars. This reduces post-operative discomfort and produces better cosmetic results compared to traditional surgery.
Another key advantage of the smaller incisions is it reduces the risk of infection as the internal organs are not exposed to contamination for a long period of time. This dramatically reduces the recovery period enabling patients to have a shorter stay in the hospital as well.
Hence, this surgery is also cost effective as patients spend less on hospital bills, dressings and medication.
Patients who undergo laparoscopic surgeries resume to their normal routine more quickly. They are able to return to work, exercise and carry out their day to day activities within a few weeks.
Laparoscopic surgery in general is a less traumatic process for patients to deal with and is extremely beneficial for patients psychologically.
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