You may be aware that you no more need to get yourself cut completely open when you are under the knife for treatment?

Gone are the days of open surgeries, thanks to new surgical advancements, like laparoscopic surgery. Have you heard about Laparoscopic surgery? If not, nothing to worry about.

Karepedia is here to help you understand what laparoscopic surgery is and simplify it for you.

A laparoscopic surgery is basically a modern method in which the surgeon does not require you to cut you open like traditional surgeries.

In fact, he can have access to the inside of your body parts through small incisions. And fix the issue without major cuts, excessive bleeding, too much pain and longer hospital stays and recovery times.

What Are Types of Laparoscopic Surgery?

Now that you know the basics of laparoscopic surgery, let’s understand what are the various kinds of laparoscopic surgery that exist.

Gynecological Laparoscopic Procedures: These are performed to sort out issues related to your reproductive organs via minimal incision.

Gastrointestinal Laparoscopic Procedures: These help in fixing issues in your gastro-intestinal tract through small cuts made in your abdomen.

Urological Laparoscopic Procedures: These help in treating your kidneys via minimal cuts.

General Laparoscopic Procedures: In these, a surgeon can access your body organs by making smaller cuts on your skin in the abdomen and pelvis areas.

Orthopaedic Laparoscopic Procedures: A surgeon uses these kinds of procedures to treat your bone issues through minimal incisions.

Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery: A super advanced surgical technology, a robot assisted laparoscopic surgery empowers your surgeon to conduct a procedure with more precision and optimal outcome.

The Laparoscopic Benefits

Why should you choose laparoscopic surgery? Because it comes with a host of benefits for you, like.

Smaller Incisions

Faster Recovery Time

• Reduced Pain

• Less Blood Loss

• Lower Infection Rates

• Improved Cosmetic Outcome

• Quicker Return to Normal Activities

What happens before laparoscopy

• Your doctor will do your evaluation first and review your medical history. Mykare Health will connect you with the expert surgeons for this step.

• The doctor will conduct necessary pre-operative tests and imaging like ultrasound, CT scan, MRI.

• He/she will get your consent for laparoscopy.

What happens during laparoscopy

• Surgeons will give general anaesthesia to ensure that you are unconscious. And don’t feel any pain.

• They will place you in the appropriate position on the operating table. You will have to lie flat with arms at the side, raised.

• The surgeon will make a small incision (about 1 cm) near your navel.

• He will then insert a trocar (a tube-like device) into the incision. And pump carbon dioxide gas into the abdominal cavity. This creates a working space by lifting the abdominal wall away from the organs.

• The surgeon will insert the laparoscope. It is a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera at the tip through the trocar. It will help surgeons to see the internal organs on a monitor.

• He/she will make about 2 to 4 more small incisions in strategic locations. This will help to accommodate specialised surgical instruments.

• The surgeon will use the laparoscopic instruments to perform surgical tasks. Like, cutting, suturing, stapling, or removing tissues or organs.

• The surgeon uses a monitor where the surgical field is magnified. This improves precision and accuracy during the procedure.

• Techniques like cauterisation and others control bleeding.

What happens after laparoscopy

• The surgeon will remove the instruments and laparoscope from your body. He/she will close the trocar incisions with sutures, surgical glue, or adhesive strips.

• The surgeon will check on you as you recover from anaesthesia.

• He/she will give you instructions and tips on caring. That will reduce the risk of complications. And lead to quicker recovery.

Risk Factors Related To Laparoscopic Surgery

• While laparoscopic surgery is fairly uncomplicated and comes with almost no risks, you must still be aware of certain risk factors that it can bring along, very rarely.

• There could be complications in case the surgeon is not adequately experienced in the procedure.

• Your health would play a crucial role in terms of determining the potential risks of infection to laparoscopic surgery.

• The type and complexity of the procedure also determines whether or not you may develop any complications following the surgery.

• You may get certain complications related to anaesthesia.

• There could be a possibility of bleeding, although that’s very rare.

• There could be a chance of organ injury, although that’s very rare too.

• You may suffer from certain respiratory issues.

Here are certain post-laparoscopic systems that you may know

• Pain and Discomfort

• Shoulder Pain

• Swelling and Bruising

• Difficulty Urinating

How Much Does Laparoscopic Surgery Cost?

Regular open surgeries can cost anywhere from ₹50,000 to ₹1,20,000 or even more. On the other hand, laparoscopic surgery might be a bit more expensive, ranging from ₹70,000 to ₹2,00,000. But remember, it's really important to work with your doctor to choose the right option. Think about what's best for you, what risks there might be, and how much laparoscopic surgery could help.

What determines the above cost range? Here they are

• Facility Charges

• Surgeon's Fee

• Anaesthesia Charges

• Diagnostic Tests and Imaging

• Medical Supplies and Equipment

• Hospital Stay

You must consult with a healthcare provider to understand whether laparoscopic surgery is the right choice for you. Hope you are now aware of the basics of laparoscopic surgery and can take an informed decision about your health.