Reasons for Laparoscopy
When your doctor informs you that you need the Laparoscopy procedure performed it can be scary. Learn exactly what the procedure involves, the reasons it needs to be performed and what the next steps could be.
Alternate Names for Laparoscopy:
Surgery with keyhole incisions
Learn
- Overview
- What It Is
- Reasons For
- Complications
- What to Expect
- Results
- When to Call a Doctor
Why Laparoscopy is Performed
Alternate Names for Laparoscopy:
Surgery with keyhole incisions
Reasons for Procedure
Many types of surgery can now be done with a laparoscope. Some examples include:
- Biopsy of abdominal organs
- Gallbladder or gallstone removal
- Tubal ligation
- Ectopic pregnancy surgery
- Lysis of adhesions in abdomen
It can also be done to help make a diagnosis.
Learn
 What to Expect Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards. |
 Results What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results. |
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