The laparoscope, a thin instrument containing a light and a lens like a tiny telescope, is used in a growing number of surgical procedures at Somerset Medical Center. Its use allows a less invasive surgical option for many gynecologic and general surgical procedures that once required traditional "open" surgery.
The benefits of laparoscopic procedures include:
- Less invasive than traditional surgery
- Results in shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery
- Performed using general anesthesia
- Require only several small incisions so there is minimal scarring
- Patients are able to return to their normal work, family, and community responsibilities more quickly
- Patients can sometimes return home the same day or the day following surgery depending on the procedure
Click here for a sample of the many laparoscopic procedures performed at Somerset Medical Center. Most laparoscopic procedures are reimbursable by health insurance. Patients should check their individual plans for coverage and any pre-certification that is required.
Our Staff
Our surgeons and obstetricians/gynecologists use the most advanced laparoscopic technology available today, including scopes with fiber optic capabilities and state-of-the-art imaging monitors. The nursing staff has many years of experience in assisting with laparoscopic procedures and in monitoring patients.
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