Professor Dan Flissleading otolaryngologist, ENT surgeon
One of the most significant achievements in surgery over the past 10-15 years has been 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 Ichilov clinic is equipped with the most modern high-resolution technology, which allows real-time observation of all procedures on a monitor screen and magnification 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
- Acceleration of rehabilitation and return to the patient's daily life.
At Top Ichilov, 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 the treatment of tumor diseases of the rectum (for example, cancer). In addition, breast cancer is successfully treated at the Top Ichilov Medical Center. Minimally invasive methods play a significant role in this.
In addition to surgical treatment, doctors at the Top Ichilov clinic also use minimally invasive methods in the diagnosis of various diseases.
In general and abdominal surgery, they are used for the diagnosis and performance of surgeries on the esophagus, stomach, and other organs of the gastrointestinal tract. Indications for such manipulations include diagnoses such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diseases of the large and small intestine, 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 affect the patient's life.
In urology, minimally invasive techniques are used to treat tumors and cysts of the kidneys, adrenal glands, ureter obstruction, as well as for varicocele (enlargement of veins in the testicle).
Gynecology also widely uses such techniques for the treatment of 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 Ichilov 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 tract 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 rich experience of the doctors at the Top Ichilov clinic ensure the performance of operations with minimally invasive access, in the shortest possible time and with maximum effectiveness.
- Pituitary cancer