Until recently, surgery was done traditionally, using techniques and instruments developed more than a century ago. Now patients have a new choice. Laparoscopy - a minimally invasive approach to surgery of the abdomen - accomplishes traditional surgical goals with less pain, faster recovery, and happier patients.
Sometimes known as "keyhole" or "pinhole" surgery, laparoscopy typically involves five to six incisions of five to 10 millimeters—just large enough to admit the passage of a tiny video camera and precision-crafted surgical instruments. Without the trauma of a long incision, both pain and healing time are greatly reduced. Related benefits of laparoscopic surgery include less need for post-operative pain medication and fewer pulmonary or gastro-intestinal complications. Most patients can rebuild strength and return to a normal life in days rather than weeks.
The American Society of Bariatric Surgery describes two approaches to weight loss surgery including restriction of intake and decreased absorption of calories (malabsorption). Ministry Medical Group offers all the surgical weight loss methods approved by the ASBS.
These types of procedures are accepted by the ASBS and offered at Ministry Medical Group's Bariatric Surgery Program:
All procedures produce significant weight loss, but must be chosen in conjunction with the surgeon to meet the specific needs of the individual patient.
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