Urological Laparoscopy – Main Surgical Oncology Procedures Performed Using Laparoscopy

Abstract

Laparoscopy became a very important field within urologic surgery and the development of this type of surgical approach has led in time to the performing of extensive and complicated surgical procedures. Due to the continuous development of this surgical branch, laparoscopic surgery will replace open surgery within the nearest future. Laparoscopy developed at a slower rate within the field of urology, due to a wider learning process than for open surgery, as well as due to the increased risk of complications related to this procedure, but as a result of an increased need for surgery and based on the permanent development of laparoscopic instruments and equipment, more and more laparoscopic surgery procedures become possible. The next century is going to be an era of minimally invasive surgery.