I am 40 years old having epigastric hernia and multiple gallstones doctor advice me to operate. I just want laparoscopy is good or open as I had two operations in my past years.

Question

Laparoscopy helps in getting early discharge, earlier return to work, less incidence of adhesions or wound infection. But at the end it is just a tool. Laparoscopic progress is not possible in hundred percent cases, hence open surgery stands strong in case the need arises in lap surgery. Previous surgery makes every next surgery little more laborious, though it does not contraindicated the next surgery if it is found to be essential. I would advice you to find a surgeon whom you strongly trust and then let him take the decision as per the finds or limitations he gets during the progress of your surgery.

Shriniwas Deshpande · Accepted Answer

Laparoscopy helps in getting early discharge, earlier return to work, less incidence of adhesions or wound infection. But at the end it is just a tool. Laparoscopic progress is not possible in hundred percent cases, hence open surgery stands strong in case the need arises in lap surgery. Previous surgery makes every next surgery little more laborious, though it does not contraindicated the next surgery if it is found to be essential. I would advice you to find a surgeon whom you strongly trust and then let him take the decision as per the finds or limitations he gets during the progress of your surgery.

Bhagyesh Patel · Answer

Hello dear Sangeeta , hi

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I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

*  Laparoscopy is best option for your condition .

Hope this clears your query .
Wishing you fine recovery .

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Regards  take care .