Debunking 7 Myths about Laparoscopic Surgery

Technology is a game-changer in the field of medicine. There is a complete dynamic shift in the healthcare system. None would have had the idea about digital healthcare, except, of course, those who kept dreaming and working towards their aim to make healthcare easy and accessible for all.

Diseases that were considered incurable and the operations that were considered risky are now the least concerns. With the advent of digitalization, you are just one click away from getting connected with the best doctors all over the globe.

Now, coming towards the technological advancement in the field of surgery, Laparoscopy is one such field. Let’s get to know more about Laparoscopy and myths related to it.

What is Laparoscopy?

It is a specialized field of the “surgical diagnostic procedure” and is used to study the abdomen and the internal organs. According to the doctors of the Al Syed hospital, laparoscopy is considered as a low-risk and safest surgical procedure. A specialized instrument “Laparoscope” is used for this person.

Since it is also known as the “minimally invasive surgery” so it is being excessively used for various surgical procedures. Like, if you are about to have any abdomen or pelvis region surgery in about 30-60 minute, less painfully, reduced side effects, minute incisions, better post-operative care and fast recovery rate then you can opt for the “Laparoscopy”.

Now, let’s debunk the myths regarding Laparoscopic procedures.

Myth: Laparoscopic Surgery is Expensive as Compared to Conventional Surgical Procedure

Fact: No. This is not the fact. In fact, one of the reasons why laparoscopic surgery is excelling is due to its cost-effectiveness. Because after surgery, the patient has to stay in the hospital for like 1-2 days, so, as compared to the conventional surgical procedure, Laparoscopy along with the medication is less. Thus, the less financial burden on you.

Myth: Less Visualization of Abdomen and Pelvis

Fact: In reality, the visualization in laparoscopic surgery using a laparoscope is way better than the conventional “open surgery”. However, before the advent of the “video laparoscopy,” the visualization was very poor. But, now since the arrival of “video laparoscopy”, not only it’s easier to use a laparoscope but the magnification of the abdominal structures are also good. The small diameter of the laparoscope allows it to be placed even in very obstructed and small areas. During the laparoscopy, the abdomen is inflated with the help of CO₂ thus helping in the separation of the structures of the abdomen. Thus more precision and treatment.

Myth: Patients with Previous Abdominal Surgeries Cannot Undergo Laparoscopic Surgery

Fact: Regardless of the location or the size of the incisions in the skin, a patient can undergo laparoscopy surgery safely. In this case, there are various special techniques especially the use of the “micro laparoscope”. According to the laparoscopic surgeons in Rawalpindi, this technique helps in the safe entry of the instrument into the abdomen in order to complete the surgery.

Myth: No Effective Laparoscopy Treatment for Patients Suffering from Severe Endometriosis

Fact: No, this is not correct. In fact, due to laparoscopy, endometriosis is effectively treated. Various forms of endometriosis are there. It can be in very small sizes and can penetrate easily in the tissues. Thus, it becomes very difficult to treat endometriosis and here laparoscopy is the only effective method to treat it. The precisions and flexibility of the tools, for example, CO₂ laser along with the magnification of the laparoscope allow this kind of treatment to be used for surgery.

Myth: Laparoscopy is Not Suitable for Overweight or Too Thin Patients

Facts: The tools of the laparoscopy are available in various lengths and sizes and they can be adjusted according to the body type of the patients. 

Myth: Hysterectomy Procedures are Complex to be treated by Laparoscopy Surgery

Fact: The field of laparoscopy has advanced a lot and surgical procedures such as myomectomy, hysterectomy and pelvic reconstructive procedures are easily performed. But, the learning curve of laparoscopy is steeper and it needs a different kind of skills in surgery and even quite specialized equipment for the treatment.

Myth: Patient Suffering from any Abdomen Infection or have a History of Abdominal Infection cannot undergo laparoscopy

Fact: There is no contraindication in performing laparoscopy surgery for this purpose. This procedure is as safe as that of the “open surgery”. In fact, minimally invasive surgery would be more appropriate due to the decreased risk of “postoperative infection”.