Minimally Invasive Surgeries

Minimally Invasive Surgeries services offered in Springboro, OH

Thanks to today’s advanced technology, most procedures that once required a large, open incision can now be done with minimally invasive surgery. As a pioneer in minimally invasive general surgery and laparoscopic bariatric surgery, David Schumacher, MD, FACS, FASMBS, at Ohio Bariatrics and Laparoscopy, has successfully done this kind of surgery for nearly 30 years. If you need surgery and want to know you’re in expert hands, call the office in Miamisburg, Ohio, or book an appointment online today.

Minimally Invasive Surgeries Q&A

What is minimally invasive surgery?

Minimally invasive surgery uses small incisions with specialized surgical instruments that fit through the narrow incisions.

In most cases, Dr. Schumacher makes incisions that are a half-inch or shorter. He then inserts a hollow tube (trocar) into each incision, creating portals for inserting surgical tools.

The key instrument is a narrow endoscope equipped with a light and video camera. The scope sends magnified images from inside your body, showing the tissues and surgical site on a monitor.

Dr. Schumacher views the images while manipulating other surgical tools from outside your body.

Is laparoscopy a minimally invasive surgery?

Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat problems in your abdominal and pelvic cavities. In this case, the endoscope used is a laparoscope.

Dr. Schumacher uses laparoscopy to diagnose unexplained symptoms. After examining the organs and tissues and identifying the underlying condition, he can immediately perform surgery to treat the problem.

Which minimally invasive surgery might I receive?

Dr. Schumacher does a wide range of laparoscopic surgeries. Some that he frequently performs are:

Anti-reflux surgery
Appendectomy
Cholecystectomy
Colectomy
Splenectomy
Adrenalectomy
Intestinal resection
Liver biopsy
Hernia repair
Gastric bypass
Gastric sleeve
Gastric band
Duodenal switch
Revisional bariatric surgery
Gastric neurostimulator insertion

Dr. Schumacher uses laparoscopy whenever possible. However, it isn’t the best choice for everyone, as some health circumstances prevent minimally invasive surgery.

Sometimes Dr. Schumacher decides to switch to open surgery during a procedure that was planned to be minimally invasive. This isn’t a complication; it’s a sound surgical judgment based on your health and safety. For example, he could discover a problem with scar tissue or see an organ after inserting the laparoscope.

What are the benefits of minimally invasive surgery?

A half-inch incision causes far less tissue damage than a 6-10-inch open incision. As a result, minimally invasive surgery has advantages like:

Minimal bleeding
Less pain after surgery
Lower risk of infections
Faster recovery
Quicker return to normal activities
Minimal scarring

Some minimally invasive procedures are done outpatient, meaning you get to go home the same day. But if you need to be in the hospital, your stay is shorter than after open surgery.

Call Ohio Bariatrics and Laparoscopy or book online today if you have questions about minimally invasive surgery or need to schedule an appointment.

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