Glossary

The abdomen is first inflated with CO2 to create a working space. A camera is then inserted through a 10-mm incision in the navel, and various instruments are inserted through 5–10-mm incisions. Generally, four incisions are made. In some cases, a single 15–20-mm incision in the navel may be made, and the camera and instruments may be inserted through this single incision.

Also known as abdominal endoscopy, laparoscopy involves inserting a camera into the abdominal cavity, usually through an incision in the navel measuring 0.5 to 1 cm.

In a laparotomy, the abdominal wall is opened via an incision, which in gynecology is often horizontal or sometimes vertical. This approach allows for all types of procedures and is chosen when minimally invasive approaches are not possible. This approach is more painful than minimally invasive surgery, and recovery is slower. It also leads to more scar-related complications (pain, hematoma, abscess, hernia).

including lymph node cleansing

including lymphadenectomy.