Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (RALH)

Hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus, is a recommended intervention in variety of gynecologic conditions. In the past, the only available option for hysterectomy was an open abdominal surgery.
The incision would be made in either bikini or up-and-down fashion, the uterus would be removed, and abdomen closed in multiple layers with sutures and staples.

However, with the advent of better optics and laparoscopic instruments, the era of laparoscopic hysterectomy has come to age. Robot-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy (RALH) utilizes the same laparoscopic principles combined with the improved visualization of the surgical field and enhanced manipulation of robotic instruments.

This video provides an explanation of the Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (RALH) procedure and the benefits it provides to patients.

Related Links:

UMMC Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Health
http://www.umm.edu/womenscenter/index.htm

Minimally Invasive Gynecology
http://www.umm.edu/womenscenter/mis_gynecology.htm

Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Overview
http://www.umm.edu/womenscenter/hysterectomy.htm

Video: Chronic Pelvic Pain
http://www.umm.edu/video_podcasts/mht/chronic_pelvic_pain_morozov.htm

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Science & Technology

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• gynecology
• minimally invasive
• hysterectomy
• robot
• laparoscopic
• ralh
• morozov
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