The main difference between open surgery (sometimes called traditional surgery) and laparoscopic surgery is the types of incisions used to access the abdomen. Each type of surgery carries different benefits and risks and your surgeon will make a recommendation based on your individual situation. Incisions used in Open vs. Laparoscopic Surgery Laparoscopic surgery is known …
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Read moreWhen undergoing gallbladder removal surgery, the surgeon removes the diseased gallbladder through small laparoscopic incisions. Sometimes they’ll use an open incision on your abdomen. The type of surgery depends on your choice of surgeon, general health, the reason for removal, and medical history. Despite the size of the incision, cholecystectomy or gallbladder removal is major …
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Read moreMany people undergo gallbladder removal surgery in their lifetime. It’s a standard procedure that removes your gallbladder when gallstones and infection form in the gallbladder and bile ducts. Due to its common occurrence, it’s good to understand how long you can postpone a cholecystectomy. If your doctor has confirmed gallstones, how long can you put …
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Hernia surgery is performed to repair a hernia, which is a small sac created when an organ or fatty tissue pushes its way through the muscle or connective tissue that surrounds it. Inguinal, incisional, femoral, umbilical, and hiatal are the most common types of hernias, affecting different organs and areas of the body. Hernia repair …
When you have a hernia, it might be in one of several locations, including the groin, abdominal area, or thigh. A hernia is caused by one of your organs or fatty tissue pushing its way through the muscle or connective tissue it’s encased within. The main types of hernias include inguinal, incisional, femoral, umbilical, and …
