Having a Laparoscopy
What is a Laparoscopy?
An operation that allows the doctor to go inside your tummy this is called a Laparoscopy.
The doctor uses a laparoscope to do the operation.
A laparoscope is a small flexible tube that contains a light source and a camera.
Having a Laparoscopy?
The operation is carried out in hospital you will be a sleep (general anaesthetic).
The doctor cuts a small hole in the skin.
The laparoscope is put through the hole.
The doctor can then look inside the abdomen or pelvis.
Gas is used to make your tummy bigger during the operation so the doctor can see inside your tummy better.
The gas is taken back out of your tummy before you wake up.
After your Laparoscopy
You will then be taken up to the ward.
Doctor will discuss when you can go home.
When you wake up you may have some pain.
Tell the doctor or nurse if you are in pain.
They will be able to give you medicine to take the pain away.
You may get stitches.
Tell the doctor or nurse if your wound area gets red and swollen OR bleeding from wound.
You may feel sick for a day or two because of the gas.
When Home
The doctor or nurse will tell you what you need to do when you go home.
The district nurse will come in and check how you are.
You will be able to do light exercise.
Phone your doctor or nurse if you have any questions.
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