Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
It is also known as 'Minimally Invasive Surgery', is a technique used to remove cancerous tissues through small incisions.
This approach contrasts with traditional open surgery, which requires larger cuts
Laparoscopic procedures use a laparoscope—a thin, flexible tube with a camera and light at the end—to allow surgeons to see inside the body and operate with specialized instruments.
Key Points about Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
Key Points about Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
1. Procedure:
Small incisions are made, typically around 0.5 to 1.5 cm.
- The laparoscope is inserted through one of the incisions, providing a live video feed to a monitor.
Additional instruments are inserted through other small incisions to perform the surgery.
2. Advantages:
- Reduced Recovery Time: Smaller incisions mean shorter hospital stays and quicker return to normal activities.
- Less Pain: Patients generally experience less postoperative pain compared to open surgery.
- Lower Risk of Infection: Smaller wounds reduce the risk of infection and other complications.
- Cosmetic Benefits: Smaller scars are left compared to the larger scars from open surgery.
3. Types of Cancer Treated:
- Laparoscopic techniques can be used for various cancers, including colorectal, gastric, liver, gynecological, and kidney cancers.
4. Outcomes:
- Studies have shown that laparoscopic surgery can be as effective as open surgery.