Specialized Surgical Techniques
This section provides an overview of five types of specialized surgical techniques.
Section Topics
- Laparoscopic and Thoracoscopic Surgery
- Laser Surgery
- Cryosurgery
- Electrocauterization Surgery
- Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Updated: December 21, 2023
Suggested Citation
SEER Training Modules: Specialized Surgical Techniques. U.S. National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute. Cited 31 December 2025. Available from: https://training.seer.cancer.gov.