Benefits of Laparoscopy
Cosmetic Benefits -Traditional types of surgery usually require large abdominal incisions. Laparoscopic procedures is usually performed through mini incisions.
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Laparoscopy Figure: 1
Laparotomy - large abdominal incision |
Laparoscopy Figure: 2
Laparoscopy - Entails making small incisions on the abdomen. Like the 4 small (all less than an inch) incisions seen above. Approximation (25mm = 1.0 inch) |
Less Hospitalization - Most laparoscopic cases are done as outpatient (< 23 hours). Major operations using a traditional
incision (laparotomy) often require a hospital stay of 3-5 days
Quicker Recovery Time - Since laparoscopic surgery does not require the abdomen to be opened with a large abdominal incision, the patient takes less time to heal, requires less pain medication and is able to resume a more active lifestyle within a shorter period of time.
Decreased Scar Formation - Due to the small abdominal incision less internal scarring or adhesions can form. These adhesions can be a source of abdominal or chronic pelvic pain after laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopy significantly reduces the scar formation (adhesions) and internal abdominal pain associated with these adhesions.
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