The patients family also can view the procedure via closed circuit video that is piped into the patients room. This allows the family to learn and understand exactly what their loved one is experiencing. The surgical procedure is multi-dimensional as it addresses all the potential problems associated with fibroid disease. Many times, abdominal hernias form as a result of very large tumors. Uterine prolapse can also develop as a result of the stretching of the uterine ligaments.
Ovarian cysts are also a common finding.
In traditional surgery, many of these issues are over-looked and therefore unaddressed. Cosmetic Concerns Most FAS procedures are done through a bikini incision for cosmetic purposes. As previously mentioned, abdominal wall hernias and abdominal wall prolapse may occur with very large tumors. These are all repaired and an attempt is made to strengthen the abdomen through this low incision. The use of lasers in Female Alternative Surgery is common.