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Your reproductive health is vital for your overall health and wellbeing \u2013 at every stage and age of your life.<\/p>\n
If you live with a reproductive health disorder, chances are you\u2019re pretty over visits to the gynaecologist and may have big apprehensions about undergoing surgery.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Outside of discomfort, going to the gynaecologist can be traumatizing or triggering for many people, especially those who have experienced sexual trauma, and\/or birth trauma.<\/p>\n
There are a handful of treatment routes for disorders like endometriosis, pelvic organ prolapse, and ovarian cysts. One of those treatment options is surgery.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Of course, surgery comes with its pros, cons, and potential risks. For many people, it is the last resort option.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But surgery doesn\u2019t have to be as daunting and scary as it seems.<\/p>\n
Minimally invasive gynaecological surgery is just what it sounds like \u2013 surgeries for female reproductive health issues that are less invasive than traditional methods.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Baylor Medicine department of Women\u2019s Health and Maternity in Houston, Texas explains how these procedures work \u201cIn minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries, tiny scopes and surgical instruments are inserted through very small incisions (or even just a single incision) in the person\u2019s abdomen (laparoscopic approach), or through the vagina (hysteroscopic approach and NOTES). These minimally invasive techniques eliminate the need for a large abdominal incision.\u201d<\/p>\n
The robotic technology that many of these providers utilize gives surgeons a magnified 3-D view so they can be even more precise with the procedure and suturing<\/p>\n
Some of the most commonly used minimally invasive techniques include:<\/p>\n
That\u2019s a lot of options, and a huge advancement compared to older surgical methods.<\/p>\n
If you have a reproductive health disorder that you\u2019ve been trying to treat and are at a loss \u2013 you may be wondering if minimally invasive surgery is an option for you.<\/p>\n
Here are some conditions that can be treated with minimally invasive surgery:<\/p>\n
Newer advancements usually mean better outcomes compared to older methods.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Here are some of the benefits of minimally invasive gynaecological surgery:<\/p>\n
Now you\u2019re starting to see just how much of a difference using these procedures can make.<\/p>\n
Although the risks of minimally invasive surgery are a lot lower than other methods, it\u2019s still surgery, which of course comes with certain risks.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Here are a few of them:<\/p>\n
Finding a provider that offers these services will depend on where you live, your insurance if applicable, and your specific needs.<\/p>\n
A quick internet search will show you what providers are available near you that offer minimally invasive gynaecological surgery. If you can do so, it may be worth it to travel a bit to find the right provider if there isn\u2019t one near you.\u00a0<\/p>\n
As time progresses, newer innovative surgical methods become more widely available, and more and more providers are being trained in these techniques.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Discuss with your current provider what your options are, and always seek out a second opinion before undergoing surgery, maybe even a third or fourth opinion \u2013 it\u2019s your body!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n