Overview
In laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon makes a few small cuts in the abdomen instead of one long incision. A thin camera (laparoscope) shows the inside of the abdomen on a monitor, and slim instruments pass through the other openings.
Compared with open surgery, patients usually have smaller scars and less wound pain, and many return to their routine sooner. Whether keyhole surgery suits a particular patient depends on the condition, any previous operations and overall health, which the surgeon assesses at the consultation.
Training
Dr. Mohammad Sohel-Uzzaman completed a Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery at World Laparoscopy Hospital, Delhi, under Dr. R. K. Mishra, and stood first in the fellowship qualifying examination. He is a Life Member of the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons (WALS).
When to see a doctor
- You have been advised surgery for gallbladder stones, hernia or appendicitis and want to know whether it can be done laparoscopically
- You would like a second opinion before an abdominal operation
If you have severe pain, vomiting, fever or heavy bleeding, go to the nearest emergency department.
This page is for general information and does not replace a consultation.
