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What are the morbidity and mortality rates associated with gastroenterologic surgery?
a small minority of patients undergoing gastroenterologic surgery are at high risk for postoperative complications that may lead to prolonged hospital stays.
What does gastroenterologic surgery include?
Gastroenterologic surgery includes a variety of surgical procedures performed on the organs and conduits of the digestive system.
Who performs gasteroenterologic surgery?
Gastroenterologic surgery is performed by urologists, internists, and other specialists in digestive diseases and disorders.
What are the major risks associated with pancreas transplantation surgery?
Organ rejection, excessive bleeding, and infection are other major risks associated with this surgery.
What risks are associated with gastrostomy?
There are few risks associated with this surgery. The main complications are infection, bleeding, dislodgment of the tube, stomach bloating, nausea, and diarrhea.
What are the risks for limb salvage surgery?
The major risks associated with limb salvage are: superficial or deep infection at the site of the surgery; loosening, shifting, or breakage of implants;
What are the risks of a leg lengthening procedure?
Specific risks associated with LLD surgery include: osteomyelitis (bone infection)
My doctor has recommended laser back surgery, what are the risks associated with this?
The risks may include paralyzing or back pain
What are risks specific to orthopedic surgery?
Risks specifically associated with orthopedic surgery include inflammation at the site where foreign materials are introduced into the body, infection as the result of surgery, and damage to nerves or to the spinal cord.
What are some risks associated with breast implant surgery?
Some of the risks of breast implant surgery include additional surgery, capsular contracture, breast pain, changes in nipple and breast sensation, and rupture.
What are the risks associated with laparoscopic band surgery?
Lap band surgery has a number of risks associated with it. It is an invasive surgery, so the risk of infection is present. There is also a risk of the stomach wall being cut during the procedure, which would require additional surgery. Make sure to consult your doctor to see if you are a good candidate for the surgery.
What risks exist for the patient in undergoing laser surgery?
Like traditional surgery, laser surgery can be complicated by: hemorrhage, infection, perforation (piercing) of an organ or tissue. Laser surgery can also involve risks that are not associated with traditional surgical procedures.
