Why is the recovery time for hernia repair generally shorter when done laparoscopically than with “open” surgery?
Most laparoscopic procedures have a short recovery time for primarily the same reason. Instead of making a large incision and then cutting through muscle and tissue to access an area, laparoscopic procedures use four or five small incisions (ranging from 1/4 inch to 1 inch). The healing period is significantly reduced, and patients are able to resume their normal activities in a shorter amount of time.
