SILS – Single incision laparoscopic surgery and cholecystectomy is performed through a single incision in the umbilicus (Belly button).
For further details on cholecystectomy and gallstones please see the section on laparoscopic cholecystectomy
For further details on cholecystectomy and gallstones please see the section on gallstones and laparoscopic cholecystectomy at www.specialistsurgerysingapore.com
In selected cases I also offer single incision (SILS) laparoscopic appendicectomy (I have done the first one in South East Asia) and hernia repair. If you need more details please send an e-mail to dkravishankar@gmail.com
| Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery | Conventional ( 3 or 4 ) Key hole laparoscopic surgery | Open surgery |
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Least pain from one cut in Umbilicus or Suprapubic region |
Minimal pain from 3 or 4 cuts with 1 cut being 2 cms and the rest 1 cms long |
Open surgical cut based on the size of the hernia. About 10 cms in groin and rest of areas larger than the size of hernia |
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Minimal risk of mesh infection. Wound infection risk limited to 1 incision site( Least) |
Minimal risk of mesh infection. Wound infection risk limited to 3 or 4 incision sites |
Higher risk of mesh infection and wound infection |
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Minimal risk of mesh infection. Wound infection risk limited to 1 incision site( Least) |
Minimal risk of mesh infection. Wound infection risk limited to 3 or 4 incision sites |
Higher risk of incisional hernia due to the larger incision |
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Risk of incisional hernia limited to 1 site |
Risk of incisional hernia sites corresponds to the number of cuts |
Higher risk of incisional hernia due to the larger incision |
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Shortest recovery time |
Short recovery time |
Recovery time longer than laparoscopic surgery |
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Scar hidden within belly button or within Bikini line(no obviously visible scars) |
Three or four small scars |
Obvious scar of long incision. |
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Lower risk of recurrence of hernia |
Lower risk of recurrence of hernia |
Higher risk of recurrence if done without mesh (Primary repair) |
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Cannot be done in cases of gangrenous bowel/omentum due to risk of mesh infection |
Cannot be done in cases of gangrenous bowel/omentum due to risk of mesh infection |
Can be done in cases of gangrenous bowel/omentum as a primary repair, which can be done without mesh. |
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Slightly more expensive due to Additional cost of disposable instruments of 1 key hole laparoscopic surgery compared to 3 key hole offset by quicker recovery |
Slightly more expensive than open surgery offset by quicker recovery |
Less expensive but cost benefits lost in longer recovery and work hours lost. |
Senior Consultant Single Keyhole Laparoscopic Surgeon
MBBS, M.S (Gen Surg – KEMH, Bombay), FAMS
Over 30 years of clinical experience in gastrointestinal and metabolic surgery
His clinical focus includes:
Dr. Ravi routinely performs laparoscopic (keyhole) and endoscopic procedures, which are associated with smaller incisions and faster recovery times compared to traditional open surgery.
(Based on standard clinical outcomes for minimally invasive techniques.)
He holds a university academic appointment and is actively involved in teaching medical students and surgical trainees in Singapore, reflecting his commitment to medical education and continuous learning.
Dr. Ravi is affiliated with various international and local professional bodies including:
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