A laparoscopic colectomy involves the removal of the
colon. This
procedure is performed with a minimally invasive method that utilizes a
laparoscope (a small video camera) and small instruments inserted through small
incisions.
Also
Known As:
·
Colon removal
·
Laparoscopic
surgery
Conditions
Treated with a Laparoscopic Colectomy:
A laparoscopic colectomy may be performed in cases
of Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, bowel obstruction, colorectal cancer,
large intestine injury, high risk of colorectal cancer and abdominal infection
or trauma.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
a laparoscopic colectomy. Hemicolectomy, subtotal colectomy and partial
colectomy are surgical alternatives to the procedure.
Anesthesia
with a Laparoscopic Colectomy:
A laparoscopic colectomy is performed under general
anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware
during the procedure
Potential
Complications from a Laparoscopic Colectomy:
Possible risks following a laparoscopic colectomy
include infection, bleeding, an incisional hernia and a negative reaction to
the anesthesia.
Prognosis
after a Laparoscopic Colectomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following a
laparoscopic colectomy is good.
Recovery
from a Laparoscopic Colectomy:
Total recovery from a
laparoscopic colectomy takes two to three weeks.
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