Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy Revolutionizing hysterectomies
Until recently, women only had few options for a hysterectomy. These procedures required an abdominal or vaginal incision.
Today, The Christ Hospital offers women more than one surgical option for hysterectomies. Women can now benefit from less pain, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery and small scars using a minimally invasive procedure. The risks of minimally invasive procedures are similar to the risk associated with abdominal or vaginal hysterectomies.
A laparoscope and small surgical instruments are inserted through small incisions in the navel and abdomen. The uterus is detached from the cervix and removed through one of the incisions. The procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis and patients can be discharged within 24 hours. Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (LAVH)
A small, non-visible incision is made at the top of the vagina and the uterus and cervix are removed through the vagina. During a VH, the abdominal walls are not stretched which alleviates some of the pain and discomfort. Many times a vaginal hysterectomy is not an option due to uterine size and the size of the vagina. For more information about minimally invasive hysterectomies at The Christ Hospital, or for a physician who performs these procedures, please visit www.TheChristHospital.com.
