Video-assisted surgeries refer to medical procedures in which a surgical intervention is performed using video technology for enhanced visualization and guidance. Also known as minimally invasive surgery or laparoscopic surgery, this technique involves the use of miniature cameras and specialized equipment to perform surgeries through small incisions or natural body openings.
During a video-assisted surgery, a thin, flexible tube equipped with a camera, known as an endoscope, is inserted into the body through a small incision or an anatomical opening such as the mouth or anus. The endoscope transmits high-definition video images to a monitor, allowing the surgical team to visualize the surgical site in detail. This real-time video display helps surgeons navigate delicate tissues, organs, and blood vessels during the procedure.
By utilizing video technology, surgeons can achieve greater precision, accuracy, and control, resulting in reduced trauma to surrounding tissues and faster recovery times for patients. Video-assisted surgeries have revolutionized numerous medical fields, including urology, gynecology, orthopedics, cardiology, and gastrointestinal surgery. Common procedures performed using this technique include appendectomies, gallbladder removal, hysterectomies, and knee arthroscopy, among others.
Video-assisted surgeries offer several advantages over traditional open surgeries, including smaller incisions, reduced pain and scarring, minimal blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and faster return to normal activities. However, these procedures require highly skilled surgeons with specialized training in minimally invasive techniques to ensure successful outcomes for patients.
