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What is laparoscopy?

Laparoscopy is a surgical procedure in which doctors use smaller cuts than the patient might expect. In this particular type of surgery, doctors use a special slender tool called ‘laparoscope’, which has a tiny video camera inbuilt and has a light on the end. While undergoing surgery the surgeon inserts this tool through a small cut and through the video monitor can observe the inside of your body. Its camera sends all the images of the interior of the body to the video monitor, to enable the doctor to analyse the body without long cuts. If surgeons do not use this particular tool, there may be a need to go for long incisions which means longer cuts.

It is a kind of ‘minimally invasive surgery. It was initially used for gallbladder surgery and gynaecology operations. Later on, doctors started to use it for the intestine, liver, and other organs of the body.

Laparoscopy allows for shorter hospital stays, enhances recovery, produces less pain, and smaller scars than the traditional surgical procedures.

Uses

Nowadays it has become very popular and convenient and is in use for many patients having any abnormal abdominal issues. It is also used to diagnose tumours and other such growths. It is also in practice to detect blockages, unexplained bleeding, and other infections.

In women it is used to diagnose or treat fibroids, these are the growths that occur inside or outside the uterus. Most of the fibroids are non-cancerous. To diagnose or treat an ovarian cyst, fluid-filled sac inside or on the surface of the ovary. It has several uses like removal of ectopic pregnancy, performing a hysterectomy, and many other medical issues.

Laparoscopic surgery is sometimes used when a physical exam or imaging tests, such as X-Ray or ultrasounds, do not provide enough clarity and information to diagnose.

Advantages

This surgical process has several benefits in comparison to traditional methods such as-

• Smaller scars.
• Less painful.
• Quick healing.
• Less stay time in hospital thus reduces hospital expenses.
• Can resume daily routine quicker.

While undergoing surgery you would be required to follow all the instructions given by your surgeon. He may ask you to be fasting or may give you special instructions about eating food 6-8 hours before surgery. So follow all the instructions properly.

If you are still struggling to ‘find a doctor’ for laparoscopic surgery, you may visit HJ Hospitals to access world-class and affordable healthcare services in your city. HJ Hospitals, provide all the related services starting from surgical critical care, to nutrition and diet counselling, to ensure your complete well-being. Contact us now and schedule an appointment.