How Long Does it Take to Recover from Laparoscopic Surgery and its Benefits? - Dr Rahul Yadav
Laparoscopic surgery, or minimally invasive surgery, is a type of surgery in which a small incision is made in the patient’s abdomen. It is commonly used to treat abdominal symptoms such as tumours, blockages, unexplained bleeding in patients and other infections. In addition, it can also be used in women to treat fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis and pelvic prolapse. This surgery is different from an open surgery, as it requires only a minimal invasion or small incision on the skin as opposed to the inches long cut. As a result, laparoscopic operation causes lesser pain post surgery, lesser number of hospital days and faster recovery. Other major benefits of a laparoscopic surgery include smaller scars than an open surgery. An increasing number of both men and women commonly ask their laparoscopic surgery doctor for such kind of surgery. Lower risk of side effects and infections make a laparoscopic operation, a preferred choice among patients. Speedy recovery with minimum h...