M.S, General Surgery, Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.), Medicine, Fellowship In Minimal Access Surgery, Fellowship In Laparoscopic & Robotic Onco-Surgery, FIAGES, Fellow in MInimally invasive HPB surgery
General Surgeon, Chennai
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15 years experience
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Which of the following techniques are used before performing a laparoscopy?
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Laparoscopy is performed as the last step when other non-invasive methods are unable to examine the condition or provide adequate information related to the diagnosis of the condition. The other non-invasive methods, which involves the use of imaging techniques include ultrasound, CT scan, and MRI scan.
Which of the following organs are examined with laparoscopy?
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Laparoscopy may be recommended by your doctor for the assessment of organs, including the appendix, stomach, and the liver. This diagnostic procedure may also be recommended for other organs as well, including the gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine, spleen, and the reproductive or pelvic organs.
What are the most common risks associated with laparoscopy?
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Laparoscopy is not devoid of risks and the most common risks associated with this surgical diagnostic procedure include bleeding, infection, and also damage to the abdominal organs. But, it must be mentioned that these are extreme cases and the complications rarely arise. In case you feel any discomfort or experience fever, redness, shortness of breath, or lightheadedness, you should contact your doctor.
Which of the following can be detected with laparoscopy?
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The method of laparoscopy can be used to detect abdominal tumor or mass, fluid in the abdominal cavity, as well as, liver disease. This diagnostic method is also helpful in assessing the effectiveness of treatments or to assess the progress of cancer in certain cases.
How much time does it take to recover from laparoscopy?
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Post laparoscopic surgery, the recovery time is approximately 2 weeks for minor surgery such as removal of the appendix. For major surgeries such as removal of ovaries, the recovery time can be up to 12 weeks.