{"id":9860,"date":"2024-05-22T21:39:11","date_gmt":"2024-05-22T18:39:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drkartsiounis.gr\/?p=9860"},"modified":"2024-05-23T19:06:05","modified_gmt":"2024-05-23T16:06:05","slug":"%cf%84%ce%b9-%ce%b5%ce%b9%ce%bd%ce%b1%ce%b9-%ce%b7-%ce%bb%ce%b1%cf%80%ce%b1%cf%81%ce%bf%cf%83%ce%ba%ce%bf%cf%80%ce%b9%ce%ba%ce%b7-%cf%85%cf%83%cf%84%ce%b5%cf%81%ce%b5%ce%ba%cf%84%ce%bf%ce%bc%ce%b7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drkartsiounis.gr\/en\/%cf%84%ce%b9-%ce%b5%ce%b9%ce%bd%ce%b1%ce%b9-%ce%b7-%ce%bb%ce%b1%cf%80%ce%b1%cf%81%ce%bf%cf%83%ce%ba%ce%bf%cf%80%ce%b9%ce%ba%ce%b7-%cf%85%cf%83%cf%84%ce%b5%cf%81%ce%b5%ce%ba%cf%84%ce%bf%ce%bc%ce%b7\/","title":{"rendered":"WHAT IS LAPAROSCOPIC HYSTERECTOMY?"},"content":{"rendered":"

A hysterectomy \u2013 the removal of the uterus \u2013 is a surgical procedure that was traditionally performed through a large incision in the abdomen. <\/span>Technological and medical advances, however, allow surgeons to remove the uterus through less invasive methods, such as laparoscopic and robotic.<\/span>\u00a0hysterectomy.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is laparoscopic hysterectomy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Laparoscopic hysterectomy still uses incisions in the abdomen to perform the procedure. However, these incisions are much smaller than those used for a traditional abdominal hysterectomy. <\/span>\u00a0Through these incisions, the surgeon inserts a tiny flexible camera and other surgical tools. In the vast majority of cases, <\/span>the uterus is removed vaginally to further minimize incision sizes and the risks of other problems. <\/span>There are several types of hysterectomy that can be performed either through an open, laparoscopic, or robotic approach.<\/span><\/p>\n

Total hysterectomy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Total hysterectomy is the most common type and involves the complete removal of the uterus and cervix.<\/span><\/p>\n

Subtotal hysterectomy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In this procedure, only one part is removed \u2013 usually the top or body of the uterus. Your cervix stays in place.<\/span><\/p>\n

Radical hysterectomy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Radical hysterectomy involves removing the uterus, cervix, tissue around the cervix (parauterine), and the upper part of the vagina.<\/span><\/p>\n

With any of these types of hysterectomy, the fallopian tubes and ovaries may or may not be removed depending on the case.<\/span><\/p>\n

Who might need a hysterectomy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are several reasons why your doctor may recommend a hysterectomy. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • fibroids of the uterus<\/span><\/li>\n
  • heavy or abnormal uterine bleeding;<\/li>\n
  • uterine prolapse<\/li>\n
  • endometriosis<\/li>\n
  • adenomyosis<\/li>\n
  • cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    What are the benefits of laparoscopic hysterectomy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Classic open hysterectomy requires the use of large incisions in the abdomen to remove the uterus. <\/span>Laparoscopic procedures such as laparoscopic hysterectomy are characterized by reduced pain, reduced risk of complications and reduced recovery time. <\/span>Other benefits of this type of surgery include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • less blood loss\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    • smaller scars<\/li>\n
    • shorter hospital stay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      What is recovery like after a laparoscopic hysterectomy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

      Recovery times are different for each person and depend on the specific type of hysterectomy performed, but overall, laparoscopic and especially robotic-assisted procedures reduce recovery time, length of hospital stay, blood loss, and risk of other problems compared to traditional hysterectomies. One of the main reasons<\/span>\u00a0behind the improvement in recovery time and success is the size of the surgical incision. <\/span><\/p>\n

      What are the possible risks of a laparoscopic hysterectomy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

      The potential risks of a laparoscopic hysterectomy are similar to other types of hysterectomy, including:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • reactions to anesthesia<\/span><\/li>\n
      • bleeding<\/li>\n
      • inflammation<\/li>\n
      • venous thrombosis<\/li>\n
      • damage to adjacent tissues or organs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Before the surgery, there will be a discussion about the possible benefits and risks of the operation so that you can make your decision after being fully informed. In some cases, a robotic or laparoscopic surgery may need to be converted to an open procedure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        What is the difference between a robotic hysterectomy and a laparoscopic hysterectomy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

        In a laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon directly controls the tools used to perform it. With the robotically assisted technique, the surgeon will sit at a console, controlling the robotic arms that perform the operation.<\/span> \u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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