reduced port surgery
A laparoscopic approach using fewer trocars than conventional multi-port techniques to minimize invasiveness.
Full Definition
Reduced port surgery encompasses various minimally invasive techniques that use fewer trocar sites than standard multi-port laparoscopy, typically employing 2-3 ports instead of the conventional 4-5 ports. This approach includes single-port surgery, two-port techniques, and three-port procedures designed to reduce postoperative pain, improve cosmesis, and decrease port-site complications. Reduced port surgery requires specialized instruments such as articulating devices, curved tools, or flexible endoscopes to maintain adequate visualization and manipulation capabilities. While technically more challenging, these techniques can offer improved patient satisfaction and faster recovery times for appropriately selected cases.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate when used as compound adjective (reduced-port technique).
In Context
- "Reduced port surgery was performed using only two trocars for the appendectomy." — Technique description
- "The patient was counseled about the benefits of reduced port surgery for cholecystectomy." — Preoperative discussion