Professor Dan Flissleading otolaryngologist, ENT surgeon
One of the most significant achievements in surgery over the past 10-15 years is the minimization of the invasiveness of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. With an incision of only 1-2 centimeters, a surgeon can perform operations that previously required opening the entire abdominal cavity. The use of video equipment expands the capabilities of surgeons and greatly facilitates their work when performing such complex manipulations. The Top Ihilov Clinic is equipped with the most modern high-resolution technology, which allows real-time monitoring of all procedures on a monitor screen and magnifying images of certain areas of the operated organs.
Minimally invasive surgery has many advantages:
- Reduction of operation time and decrease in postoperative complications.
- Minimal cosmetic defect due to small scars
- Reduction of hospital stay
- Accelerated rehabilitation and return to the patient's daily life.
At Top Ihilov, minimally invasive technologies are used in the following cases:
- Operations on the gallbladder and bile ducts.
- Treatment of certain types of hernias
- Biopsies and surgeries on the liver
- Operable pancreatic cancer and some other organs
- Varicose veins
The high reliability and effectiveness of minimally invasive methods have led to their widespread use in oncology. Moreover, scientists have proven the undeniable advantage of this method in treating tumours of the rectum (for example, cancer). In addition, breast cancer is successfully treated at the Top Ihilov Medical Center. Minimally invasive methods play a significant role in this.
In addition to surgical treatment, the doctors at the Top Ihilov Clinic also use minimally invasive methods in the diagnosis of various diseases.
In general and abdominal surgery, they are used for diagnosing and performing operations on the esophagus, stomach, and other organs of the gastrointestinal tract. Indications for such manipulations include the diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diseases of the large and small intestines, gallbladder, bile ducts, liver, and virtually all forms of hernias.
In emergency surgery, minimally invasive interventions are used to clarify the diagnosis of acute appendicitis, perforated ulcers, and spleen injuries. Usually, if the diagnosis is confirmed, the diagnostic operation seamlessly transitions into a therapeutic one. This is very important, as in such cases, every minute of delay can determine the patient's life.
In urology, minimally invasive methods are used to treat tumours and cysts of the kidneys, adrenal glands, ureter obstruction, as well as for varicocele (enlarged veins of the testicle).
Gynecology also widely uses such techniques for treating infertility. Additionally, surgeries such as cystectomy, salpingectomy, myomectomy, removal of abdominal adhesions, and many others are also performed using a minimally invasive approach.
The Top Ihilov Medical Center is equipped with all the resources necessary to allow its patients to receive treatment based on world-class diagnostic procedures. Diseases of the abdominal cavity and retroperitoneal space, breast diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, urological diseases, and many other conditions (from ingrown toenail removal to spinal surgery) are treated here with minimal surgical intervention.
No less important in the success of treatment is the qualification of the staff. The high level of training and extensive experience of the doctors at the Top Ihilov Clinic ensure the performance of operations with minimally invasive access, in the shortest time and with maximum effectiveness.
- Pituitary cancer