Minimally invasive surgery allows many gynecological procedures to be performed through very small incisions, avoiding the need for a large abdominal incision. Modern camera systems and highly precise surgical instruments provide a detailed view of the surgical field and allow targeted, tissue-sparing surgery.

Dr. Arsenakis has extensive surgical experience in minimally invasive gynecology and uses modern laparoscopic, hysteroscopic and – when appropriately indicated – robot-assisted techniques.

Laparoscopy – Surgery Through Small Incisions

During laparoscopy (keyhole surgery), a high-definition camera and fine surgical instruments are introduced into the abdominal cavity through small incisions. This provides a detailed view of the organs and anatomical structures within the pelvis and allows surgical procedures to be performed with a high degree of precision.

Minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques may be used for:

• endometriosis
• uterine fibroids
• ovarian cysts and benign ovarian conditions
• conditions affecting the fallopian tubes
• pelvic adhesions
• hysterectomy
• selected gynecological oncology procedures
• certain urogynecological procedures
• diagnostic procedures, for example as part of a fertility assessment
• Hysteroscopy – Treatment Within the Uterus

Hysteroscopy is another minimally invasive technique. A very fine optical instrument is introduced through the vagina and cervix into the uterine cavity, without the need for an abdominal incision.

Hysteroscopy allows abnormalities within the uterus to be assessed directly and, in many cases, treated during the same procedure. These may include:

• endometrial polyps
• fibroids protruding into the uterine cavity
• abnormalities of the endometrium
• adhesions within the uterine cavity
• unexplained abnormal bleeding

Potential Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery

Compared with open surgery, minimally invasive procedures may – depending on the type and extent of surgery – offer several advantages:

• smaller incisions and scars
• reduced blood loss
• often less postoperative pain
• faster mobilization
• shorter recovery time
• often a shorter hospital stay

Choosing the Right Surgical Approach

Not every condition and not every operation should be treated using a minimally invasive approach. The key is to select the technique that offers the greatest medical and surgical benefit while maintaining a high level of safety.

With experience in conventional laparoscopy, hysteroscopy and robot-assisted surgery, Dr. Arsenakis can use different minimally invasive techniques and tailor the surgical approach to the individual diagnosis and findings.

Minimally invasive surgery means using the smallest possible access while maintaining the highest possible level of surgical precision.