The insertion of a long, narrow cylindrical tube with a camera, through a 1 cm incision in the abdomen. Three smaller incisions allow for insertion of other instruments to perform the surgical procedure.
a laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gall bladder removal),
It is estimated that the laparoscopic procedure is currently used for approximately 80% of cases.
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.
over the left side
Ask your surgeon.
The CPT code for laparoscopic cholecystectomy is 47562. This code is used to describe the procedure of removing the gallbladder through small incisions using a laparoscope. If there are any additional procedures performed during the same session, other codes may also be applicable. Always consult the latest coding guidelines or a coding specialist for accuracy.
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
N. A. Hirsch has written: 'Laparoscopic cholecystectomy' 'Minimal access surgery' -- subject(s): Endoscopic surgery, Laparoscopic surgery, Medical care
The laparoscopic procedure would not be preferred in cases where the gallbladder is so inflamed that it could rupture, or when adhesions (additional fibrous bands of tissue) are present.
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
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a surgery done to remove the gall bladder. The stitches need to remain dry until your two week follow-up appointment.
The most serious complication that can occur during laparoscopy is laceration of a major abdominal blood vessel