Laparoscopic surgery has the only benefit of reduced recovery time.
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The traditional surgery involves a bigger incision, while it is not the case with the laparoscopic surgery. Obviously, the pain is lower, and also the recovery time is faster. As the incisions are smaller, the scarring is also less when laparoscopic surgery is performed.
Laparoscopic surgery is less safe than the traditional surgery.
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Laparoscopic surgery is equally safe as the traditional surgery. Even before the surgery is performed, the surgeon makes a small incision near the belly button to check if the surgery can be performed. When the surgeon feels, it is not safe to conduct a laparoscopic surgery, a large incision is made, and a traditional surgery is done. The risks involved also can be because of the operation itself than the type of operation. So, discuss the individual risk with your doctor before opting for the type of surgery.
All laparoscopic surgeries need a robot.
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The robot s mechanical arms are used instead of the surgeon holding the instruments. This technique is considered highly beneficial in cases where patients are very obese, and for the urology operations. Prostate removals are removed mostly with the use of robot arms. A 3D high-resolution image can be seen on the computer screen, and this helps in exact impact on the body with minimal bleeding.
Laparoscopy surgery involves risks.
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Bleeding and infection are some of the most common risks associated with the laparoscopic surgery but they are rare in occurrence. But if you suffer from nausea, persistent cough, inability to pass urine, and shortness of breath after the surgery, you need to contact the doctor immediately.
Laparoscopic surgery improves the chances of pregnancy.
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In women who have infertility due to fibroids or blocked tubes, laparoscopic surgery is conducted to treat them. This helps them in getting pregnant faster.