tähystysleikkauksella

Tähystysleikkaus, also known as minimally invasive surgery or keyhole surgery, is a surgical technique that uses small incisions and specialized instruments to perform procedures. Instead of a large open incision, surgeons make several small cuts, typically less than an inch long. Through these openings, a laparoscope or endoscope, which is a thin, flexible tube with a camera and light, is inserted. This allows the surgeon to view the internal organs on a monitor in magnified detail.

Surgical instruments are then passed through the other small incisions. These instruments are designed to be manipulated remotely by the surgeon. This approach offers several advantages over traditional open surgery. Patients often experience less pain, reduced blood loss, and shorter hospital stays. The smaller incisions also lead to faster recovery times and less scarring.

Tähystysleikkaus is widely used in various surgical specialties, including general surgery, gynecology, urology, and orthopedics. Common procedures performed using this technique include gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy), appendectomy, hernia repair, and hysterectomy. While beneficial, it is not suitable for all types of surgery or all patients, and the decision to use tähystysleikkaus is made by the surgeon based on the specific medical condition and the patient's overall health. The risks and benefits are always discussed with the patient before the procedure.