Is minimally invasive surgery a new technique?

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