A total laparoscopic hysterectomy is a procedure first performed in 1989. It is the removal of the entire uterus (LSH) and cervix (TLH) through the laparoscope. The uterus may be pushed out through the vagina or may be morcellated and removed one of small laparoscopic incisions. Either way, you will most likely be in the hospital for less than 24 hours!!!

Most patients who have this procedure have far less pain than traditional adbominal hysterectomy and are back at work within 7-10 days (traditional hysterectomy leaves most people out of work for 6 or more weeks).

Dr. Levey can perform your laparoscopic hysterectomy using specialized equipment available at NYU Medical Center such as a morcellator.

A uterus of almost any size can be removed safely with a laparoscopic procedure.

If you would like to have you hysterectomy with a minimally invasive approach such as TLH, please contact Dr. Levey's office for a consultation.