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Obviously this is an extremely vague question, as there are many different types of abdominal operations.
Unlike operations on the head or lungs, which are very susceptible to pressure changes during healing, the abdomen's healing is generally not affected by changes in altitude experienced during flying.
A more significant risk is that of post-operative thromboembolism (blood clots), such as a DVT (deep venous thrombus) in a pelvic or leg vein. Abdominal operations (especially those lasting more than 1-2 hours) predispose to formation of small blood clots in deep veins. Those clots may not resolve immediately post-operatively and are most often not recognized by patients.
The relative immobility of an airplane flight (especially of a longer duration) independently predisposes to clot formation, and of the extension (growth) of clots that may have started to form around the time of operation or a period of immobility (such as during convaldescence).
When an airplane flight is anticipated following recent abdominal operation, an anticoagulant (such as aspirin or something stronger) may be recommended by a clinician (if suitable time following operation has passed to ensure there is no risk of bleeding, usually 24-72 hours depending on the operation). A period of mobility is desirable following an operation prior to airplane flights, to further lessen the risk of thromboembolism, since exercise helps small clots resolve.
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What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of the right lung?
hepatectomyThe medical term for the removal of the liver is called "liver resection".Liver resection is the surgical removal of a portionof the liver. Hepatectomy is the complete removal of the liver and is only done as part of a liver transplant since the liver is necessary for survival.The liver is an organ vital to the human body, and as such, it can not be removed entirely. A portion may, however, be removed for a variety of conditions. This procedure is known as a "liver resection".hepaectomy
What part of the liver is removed in a lobectomy?
During a partial hepatectomy, the surgeon will remove either an entire lobe of the liver (a lobectomy) or cut out the area around the tumor (a wedge resection).
What are the long and short term after effects of a small bowel resection?
after effects of small bowel surgery
What is the difference between resection and intersection in surveying?
different between intersection and resection
What is a bowel resection?
A bowel resection is a surgical procedure in which a part of the large or small intestine is removed
What is the cpt code for resection of falciform ligament and ligamentum teres hepatis?
The CPT code for the resection of the falciform ligament and ligamentum teres hepatis is 49000. This code is used for an exploratory laparotomy, which may include procedures involving the liver and surrounding structures. Always verify the specific procedure details and current coding guidelines, as codes can change over time.
What is TUR?
Transurethral resection
How many segments does the liver have?
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What is ICD-9 code for small bowel resection?
what will the ICD-9 code for surgical small bowel resection
What is the conchal resection that is performed during some otoplastic surgeries?
Removal of cartilage is sometimes referred to as a conchal resection.
What is the size of the liver?
the average size of the liver is 600 metres long
What happens to the liver if a disease is of long duration?
Scar tissue builds up on the liver if disease is of long duration.
