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Laparoscopic Appendicectomy

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The appendix is a thin organ that is attached to the caecum which is a part of the large intestine. It sits in the lower right part of your abdomen. Laparoscopic appendicectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure, done without a large incision. Instead, 3 tiny incisions are made. A long, thin tube called a laparoscope is put into one of the incisions and surgical instruments into the others. The surgeon looks at a television monitor to see inside your abdomen and guides the instruments to perform the surgery. The appendix is removed through one of the incisions.

A laparoscopic appendicectomy procedure has a shorter hospital stay, shorter recovery time, lower infection rates and may cause less pain and scarring compared to an open surgery.

Why might I need an appendicectomy?

Appendicitis is a surgical emergency You may need an appendicectomy to remove your appendix if you show symptoms of appendicitis. If you have appendicitis, there is a serious risk your appendix may burst or rupture. This can happen as soon as 48 to 72 hours after you have symptoms. It can cause a severe, life-threatening infection called peritonitis in your abdomen.

If you have appendicitis symptoms, seek medical care right away.

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Some possible complications of a an appendicectomy include:

  • Bleeding
  • Wound infection
  • Infection and redness and swelling (inflammation) of the abdomen can occur if the appendix bursts during surgery (peritonitis)
  • Intestinal obstruction.
  • Injury to nearby organs

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If you are considering bariatric surgery as a treatment option for obesity, schedule a consultation with our team at Global Doctors. We are here to answer your questions, provide guidance, and support you on your path to achieving your weight loss goals and improving your overall health and well-being.

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