| Laparoscopic Surgery |
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Laparoscopic surgery includes operations within the abdominal or pelvic cavities, whereas keyhole surgery performed on the thoracic or chest cavity is called thoracoscopic surgery. Laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery belong to the broader field of endoscopy.
There are a number of advantages to the patient with laparoscopic surgery versus an open procedure. These include reduced pain due to smaller incisions and hemorrhaging, and shorter recovery time. |
Procedures |
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the most common laparoscopic procedure performed. In this procedure, 5-10mm diameter instruments (graspers, scissors, clip applier) can be introduced by the surgeon into the abdomen through trocars (hollow tubes with a seal to keep the CO2 from leaking).
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| Advantages |
There are a number of advantages to the patient with laparoscopic surgery versus an open procedure. These include:
* Reduced hemorrhaging, which reduces the chance of needing a blood transfusion.
* Smaller incision, which reduces pain and shortens recovery time, as well as resulting in less post-operative scarring.
* Less pain, leading to less pain medication needed.
* Although procedure times are usually slightly longer, hospital stay is less, and often with a same day discharge which leads to a faster return to everyday living.
* Reduced exposure of internal organs to possible external contaminants thereby reduced risk of acquiring infections. |
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