Tech in Surgery Prep / Unit 25 TSC 601 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Open and Minimally Invasive
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The idea
Surgery is done either through an open incision or by minimally invasive techniques using small incisions and a camera.
In practice
Minimally invasive surgery uses a scope and long instruments through small ports; open surgery uses a larger incision for direct access.
Where people slip
Many minimally invasive cases can convert to open surgery, so both sets of equipment may be needed.
Your place on the trail
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