During laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal
ulcer, a perforated ulcer in the lining of the duodenum is closed. 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:
·
Ulcer repair
·
Laparoscopic
Graham patch repair of perforated duodenal ulcer
·
Laparoscopic
surgery
Conditions
Treated with Laparoscopic Repair of Perforated Duodenal Ulcer:
Laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal ulcer may
be performed in cases of peritonitis.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal ulcer. As a surgical alternative,
the ulcer may be repaired by laparotomy.
Anesthesia
with Laparoscopic Repair of Perforated Duodenal Ulcer:
Laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal ulcer is
performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and
completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Laparoscopic Repair of Perforated
Duodenal Ulcer:
Possible risks following laparoscopic repair of
perforated duodenal ulcer include infection, bleeding and a negative reaction
to the anesthesia.
Prognosis
after Laparoscopic Repair of Perforated Duodenal Ulcer:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal ulcer is good.
Recovery
from Laparoscopic Repair of Perforated Duodenal Ulcer:
Total recovery from laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal ulcer
takes three to four weeks.