A laparoscopic distal subtotal gastrectomy involves
the removal of the part of the stomach located closest to the small intestine.
In some cases, part of the duodenum is also removed. This
procedure is performed with a minimally invasive method that utilizes a
laparoscope (a small video camera) and small instruments inserted through small
incisions.
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Known As:
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Laparoscopic
surgery
Conditions
Treated with a Laparoscopic Distal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
A laparoscopic distal subtotal gastrectomy may be performed
in cases of stomach bleeding, stomach ulcer, stomach cancer and benign stomach
tumors.
There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical
alternatives to a laparoscopic distal subtotal gastrectomy.
Anesthesia
with a Laparoscopic Distal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
A laparoscopic distal subtotal gastrectomy is
performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and
completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from a Laparoscopic Distal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
Possible risks following a laparoscopic distal
subtotal gastrectomy include infection, bleeding, blood clots, malabsorption,
dumping syndrome, an incisional hernia and a negative reaction to the
anesthesia. It is also possible to experience injury to nearby organs and
tissue, pernicious anemia and the return of stomach cancer.
Recovery
from a Laparoscopic Distal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
Total recovery following a laparoscopic distal
subtotal gastrectomy takes several weeks to several months.