Q. Is minimally invasive surgery a new technique?

A. No, it's common for many operations, including:
Heart surgery
Bariactirc (weight loss) surgery
Total hip replacement
Appendectomy
Gall bladder removal

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery

• Smaller incisions
• Less postoperative pain
• Less surgical blood loss
• Shorter hospital stay
• Less postoperative pain medicine
• Faster return to work and daily activities