Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

How do you know if you need MIGS?

You may benefit from a surgical consultation if you have:

• Chronic pelvic pain that hasn’t improved with medication
• Stage I-IV endometriosis
• Deep infiltrating endometriosis
• Painful bladder symptoms or interstitial cystitis
• Heavy or abnormal uterine bleeding
• Fibroids affecting fertility or quality of life
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Urinary incontinence
• Ongoing symptoms after previous gynecologic surgery

If your symptoms persist after normal imaging or prior treatment, it may be time to speak with one of our gynecologic surgery specialists.

Conditions Treated

Our experienced gynecological surgeons treat complex and routine conditions, including:

Endometriosis and Chronic Pelvic Pain

• Stage I-IV endometriosis
• Deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE)
• Endometriomas (ovarian cysts caused by endometriosis)
• Pelvic adhesions
• Neuropathic pelvic pain
• Unexplained chronic pelvic pain

Uterine Conditions and Abnormal Bleeding

• Uterine fibroids (including submucosal and intramural types)
• Endometrial polyps
• Adenomyosis
• Uterine septum
• Intrauterine adhesions (Asherman’s syndrome)
• Endometrial hyperplasia (non-atypical)

Ovarian and Tubal Conditions

• Benign ovarian cysts
• Hydrosalpinx
• Tubal conditions affecting fertility

Pelvic Floor Disorders

• Cystocele
• Rectocele
• Enterocele
• Uterine or vaginal vault prolapse
• Stress and mixed urinary incontinence

Whether you are seeking relief from pain, preserving fertility or correcting a prior surgical complication, our experts at OSF HealthCare provide personalized care.

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

Compared to traditional gynecological surgery procedures, MIGS benefits include:

• Smaller incisions
• Less blood loss
• Reduced need for narcotic pain medication
• Same-day discharge in many cases
• Shorter hospital stays
• Faster recovery
• Minimal disruption to work and family responsibilities
• Lower overall complication risk
• Lower overall cost 

Our goal is not just to treat a diagnosis but to restore your quality of life.

Common Procedures

Common minimally invasive procedures include:

• Advanced endometriosis excision
• Hysterectomy
• Hysteroscopic procedures for intrauterine abnormalities
• Myomectomy (fibroid removal)
• Ovarian cyst removal
• Prolapse repair
• Revision surgery for mesh complications
• Tubal surgery
• Urinary incontinence procedures

Many procedures are performed using robotic gynecologic surgery for greater surgical precision.

At OSF HealthCare, you’ll receive care from a fellowship-trained, board-certified gynecologic surgeon and specialists in complex benign gynecologic disease. 

You also have access to advanced laparoscopic and robotic technology and coordinated care with pelvic floor and rehabilitation specialists. 

With OSF HealthCare, you’ll get expertise, precision and care centered on you.

What to Expect Before and After Surgery 

You feel more confident and prepared when you’re well informed.

Preparing for Surgery

Before your procedure, you’ll meet with a gynecologic surgery specialist for a detailed consultation. You’ll discuss your symptoms, imaging, fertility considerations, prior treatments and your overall health goals. Together you’ll come up with a care plan and review any presurgery instructions. You’ll also have time to ask questions. 

Recovery and Follow-Up Care

Recovery depends on your procedure, but many women go home the same day, return to light activity within days and resume normal routines within a few weeks.

We’ll monitor your healing closely and coordinate any pelvic floor rehabilitation or follow-up care you may need.