Laparoscopic appendectomy is a specialized surgical procedure offered at Sandozi Health – Gastro, Liver & Pancreas Centre for the treatment of appendicitis. This minimally invasive approach utilizes advanced laparoscopic technology to remove the appendix, offering patients a quicker recovery, reduced post-operative pain, and minimal scarring compared to traditional open surgery.

• Anesthesia: Patients receive general anesthesia to ensure comfort during the procedure.

• Incisions: Several small incisions, usually about half an inch to an inch long, are made in the abdomen. Through one of these incisions, a laparoscope—a thin, flexible tube with a camera and light—is inserted to visualize the appendix and surrounding area.

• Appendix Removal: Using specialized surgical instruments inserted through the other small incisions, the surgeon carefully removes the appendix.

• Closure: After removing the appendix, the incisions are closed with stitches or surgical tape.

Benefits of Laparoscopic Appendectomy

• Minimally Invasive: Small incisions lead to reduced trauma to surrounding tissues, resulting in less pain and faster recovery.

• Shorter Hospital Stay: Patients often experience a shorter hospitalization period compared to traditional open surgery.

• Quicker Recovery: Most patients can resume normal activities within a few days to a week after surgery, depending on individual healing.

Conditions Treated

Laparoscopic appendectomy is performed to treat appendicitis, which is inflammation of the appendix due to obstruction, infection, or other causes.