Overview
MIS (Minimally Invasive Surgery) patient safety concerns the use of specialized surgical techniques and equipment that involve minimal incisions and minimal tissue trauma in order to reduce risk of infection and improve post-operative recovery times. MIS techniques are increasingly used in a variety of medical specialties and procedures, including the laparoscopic cholecystectomy, cardiac catheterization and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures. The advantages of MIS techniques include less tissue trauma, less bleeding, less discomfort for the patient and lower risk of infection as well as shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery times. As such, MIS techniques can help to improve patient safety, reduce the duration and cost of hospitalization, and improve the overall care and quality of life of patients.