Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery

The Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS^TM) Technique

Instead of the multiple incisions associated with traditional laparoscopic surgery, the SILS^TM technique is accomplished through the belly button using only one incision. Not only does this technique potentially reduce scar visibility, it may also eliminate the wound pain associated with multiple points of entry required by standard laparoscopic surgery. Additionally, recovery time may be shortened compared to traditional open surgery.

To learn more about the SILS^TM procedure, watch the short video below featuring Frank Sontag from KLOS radio and Dr. Sam Carvajal, one of the world leaders in SILS^TM.

GAMC Offers SILS^TM for:

Adrenal gland surgery Appendectomy Bilateral tubal ligation Bile duct surgery Colectomy  Gall bladder surgery Hernia repair

Heartburn/GERD Hysterectomy Kidney Surgery Liver Surgery Spleen Surgery And many more...

FAQs about SILS^TM

 Compare SILS^TM to Traditional Laparoscopic Surgery

	Open Procedure	Traditional Laparoscopic Procedure	SILSTM Procedure
Number of Incisions	1 large incision	3-4 small incisions	1 small incision
Size of Incisions	6 inches long	About 3/4 inch	About 3/4 inch
Number of Visible Scars	1 large scar	3-4 small scars	Potential for no visible scars
Length of Hospital Stay	3-7 days	1-3 days	<3 days*
Pain	Moderate	Mild or minimal	Mild or minimal, eliminates pain associated with mulitple points of entry.
Recovery Time	Return to work in up to 6 weeks	Return to work within 5-10 days	Return to work within 5-10 days