tähystysleikkaukseen

Tähystysleikkaus, also known as minimally invasive surgery or keyhole surgery, is a surgical technique where procedures are performed through small incisions. Instead of a large cut, surgeons make several tiny openings, typically less than an inch in size. These incisions serve as entry points for specialized instruments and a tiny camera called an endoscope. The endoscope projects a magnified image of the internal anatomy onto a video monitor, allowing the surgical team to see clearly inside the body.

The advantages of tähystysleikkaus over traditional open surgery are numerous. Patients generally experience less pain, reduced blood loss, and shorter hospital stays. Because the incisions are smaller, scarring is also minimized, and recovery is often much faster, allowing individuals to return to their normal activities sooner. This technique is widely used in various surgical specialties, including general surgery, gynecology, urology, and orthopedics, for a range of procedures such as gallbladder removal, appendectomy, hernia repair, and certain joint surgeries. While tähystysleikkaus offers significant benefits, it is not suitable for all patients or all types of surgeries, and the decision to use this approach is made by the surgeon based on the specific medical condition and individual patient factors.