During laparoscopic proximal subtotal gastrectomy,
the part of the stomach closest to the esophagus is removed. In some cases,
part of the esophagus 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.
Also
Known As:
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Stomach
removal
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Laparoscopic
surgery
Conditions
Treated with a Laparoscopic Proximal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
A laparoscopic proximal subtotal gastrectomy may be performed
in cases of stomach bleeding, stomach ulcer, stomach cancer and benign tumors
in the stomach.
There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical
alternatives to a laparoscopic proximal subtotal gastrectomy.
Anesthesia
with a Laparoscopic Proximal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
A laparoscopic proximal 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 Proximal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
Possible risks following a laparoscopic proximal
subtotal gastrectomy include bleeding, infection, blood clots, injury to nearby
tissue and organs and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also
possible to experience an incisional hernia, malabsorption, dumping syndrome,
pernicious anemia and for stomach cancer to return.
Recovery
from a Laparoscopic Proximal Subtotal Gastrectomy:
Total recovery from a
laparoscopic proximal subtotal gastrectomy takes
several weeks to several months.
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