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a laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gall bladder removal),
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How often is the laparoscopic cholecystectomy performed?
It is estimated that the laparoscopic procedure is currently used for approximately 80% of cases.
Does a laparoscopic cholecystectomy involve the use of a laser?
A laser may be used for the incision and cautery (burning unwanted tissue to stop bleeding), in which case the procedure may be called laser laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
What Position of patient undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy is?
over the left side
When will you take off the steri-strips after laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
Ask your surgeon.
Why is a cholecystectomy performed laparoscopically?
Although the laparoscopic procedure requires general anesthesia for about the same length of time as the open procedure, laparoscopy generally produces less postoperative pain, and a shorter recovery period
What has the author N A Hirsch written?
N. A. Hirsch has written: 'Laparoscopic cholecystectomy' 'Minimal access surgery' -- subject(s): Endoscopic surgery, Laparoscopic surgery, Medical care
What are the risks of an open cholecystectomy?
complications of laparoscopic cholecystectomy include accidental puncture of the bowel or bladder and uncontrolled bleeding. Incomplete reabsorption of the carbon dioxide gas could irritate the muscles used in respiration and cause respiratory distress
How long after laparascopic cholecystectomy surgery do you have to keep the wounds dry?
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a surgery done to remove the gall bladder. The stitches need to remain dry until your two week follow-up appointment.
What are the risks of the laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedure?
The most serious complication that can occur during laparoscopy is laceration of a major abdominal blood vessel
What are the benefits of a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
The laparoscopic gallbladder surgery has several benefits like: less pain. Less blood loss lower risk of complications smaller wounds and scars quicker recovery and return to regular activities / works
What is the recovery time after Laparoscopic Gallbladder surgery?
After an uncomplicated Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery, patient can go home the same day or within 24hrs of operation. But, with an open cholecystectomy, patient need to stay in the hospital for two to three days.
What does the medical abbreviation lap chole mean?
Lap chole means laparoscopic cholecystectomy, or surgical removal of the gallbladder using small incisions and a scope.
