Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy
A laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) is a surgery to remove the uterus using tiny belly cuts and a small cut in thevagina. Key aspects include using a camera scope, freeing the womb via keyhole tools, and pulling the tissue out through the vagina.
Surgery Facts.LAVH stands for Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy, a minimally invasive surgery to remove the uterus, cervix, and sometimes the fallopian tubes or ovaries. It uses small belly cuts with a tiny camera and tools to free the womb, then removes it through the vagina
- Duration: Lasts about 1 to 2 hours under general anesthesia.
- Hospital Stay: Most patients go home the same day or stay 1 to 2 days.
- Recovery Time: Full healing takes about 4 to 6 weeks.