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Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Keyhole surgery performed through a few small incisions with a camera and slim instruments. It is used for common conditions such as gallbladder stones, hernia and appendicitis.
About this condition
In laparoscopic surgery a camera and slim instruments are introduced through 5 to 10 millimetre incisions in the abdominal wall. The method causes less tissue damage and less pain, and most patients head home much sooner after the operation. It is used for gallbladder stones, hernia, appendicitis and a range of other abdominal problems.
Treatment
Before the operation the doctor takes your history, performs a physical examination and orders any necessary blood tests. After anaesthesia the operation is carried out through the small incisions using a camera, and a few small ports are usually enough. A hospital stay of a few days may be needed, after which most patients recover quickly and return to their daily work.
Common symptoms
- Swelling or a warm sensation at one spot on the abdomen
- Pain or pulling when standing or walking
- More pain when bending or twisting the waist
- Tightness at the operation site and a delay in getting back to normal
When to see a doctor
- Seek treatment quickly if the swelling is painful, turns reddish or swells up
- See a doctor without delay for nausea, fever or a rigid abdomen
- Always see a doctor before deciding whether an operation is really necessary
Many problems can be brought under control in the early stage with medicine and dietary changes, so consulting a doctor first is the better choice.
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