General & Laparoscopic Surgery

Surgery is a medical procedure that involves the removal or repair of tissues or organs in the body. There are two main types of surgery: general surgery and laparoscopic surgery.

General surgery is a type of surgery that involves the treatment of a wide range of conditions and diseases that affect the organs in the abdomen, including the stomach, liver, intestines, and gallbladder. General surgeons also perform surgery on the thyroid gland, breasts, and skin.

During a general surgery procedure, the surgeon makes an incision in the skin to access the affected area. The incision may be large or small, depending on the type of surgery being performed. After the surgery, the incision is closed with stitches or staples.

Laparoscopic surgery, also known as minimally invasive surgery, is a type of surgery that

uses small incisions and specialized instruments to access the affected area. During laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon makes several small incisions in the abdomen. After that, one of the incisions is used to implant a laparoscope, a short tube with a light and camera at one end. The laparoscope allows the surgeon to see inside the body and perform the surgery using small instruments inserted through the other incisions. 

There are several types of laparoscopic surgery, including:

1.     Laparoscopic cholecystectomy removes the gallbladder through small incisions in the abdomen.
2.     Laparoscopic hernia repair: This procedure repairs a hernia, a weakness or tears in the abdominal wall, through small incisions in the abdomen.
3.     Laparoscopic appendectomy removes the appendix through small incisions in the abdomen.
4.     Laparoscopic colon resection removes a portion of the colon through small incisions in the abdomen.

5.     Laparoscopic gastric bypass: This procedure reduces the size of the stomach and bypasses a portion of the small intestine to help with weight loss.
6.     Laparoscopic hysterectomy removes the uterus through small incisions in the abdomen.
7.     Laparoscopic nephrectomy removes a kidney through small incisions in the abdomen.
8.     Laparoscopic prostatectomy removes the prostate gland through small incisions in the abdomen.
9.     Laparoscopic splenectomy removes the spleen through small incisions in the abdomen.

Laparoscopic surgery has several advantages over traditional surgery, including less scarring, a faster recovery time, and a lower risk of infection and complications. However, not all surgeries can be performed laparoscopically, and the surgeon will determine the best approach based on the specific condition being treated.

 Both general and laparoscopic surgery can be performed at Udai Omni Hospital, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the patient’s overall health. Speaking with a healthcare provider to determine the best treatment option for your specific condition is essential.