Important things about laparoscopic surgery

What are things to do before laparoscopic surgery 



                  Laparoscopic surgery 

If, patient diagnosed with a medical disorder which necessary to perform surgical procedure. You went to the hospital & contact  a surgeon and fixed appointment.

Positive and relaxed: It's very important to have a positive attitude. At the same time, you should not be all stressed up, stay relaxed and calm. Can take help of various methods of relaxation such as meditation and yoga.

Know everything: You should be know about  understand the disease it's patient right.  The planned surgery and likely outcome. You should understand the risks and benefits of the planned surgical procedure and the other nonsurgical options if any. You have to know your surgeon and the operating team well. Make sure your surgeon is qualified, Experienced & train enough and the hospital is well equipped. You should also meet the anaesthesia team.


List all medical conditions and medicines: you might be on some medications or, you might be suffering from another disease or, you have been treated earlier for a disease or, you have undergone a surgical procedure earlier. Make sure, you apprise your surgeon of all these things. Don’t think something is trivial and you don’t need to mention them, it could be extremely crucial for the decision making.


Second opinion: Don’t hesitate in taking a second opinion, but make sure you get it from a credible source.


Discuss pain: Pain management is an integral aspect of surgery. The operation is done under anesthesia while you are sleeping but you are awake once the surgery is over. The pain after surgery depends upon the magnitude of surgery and length of incisions. There are various options for managing pain and it would be good for you if you know beforehand, how your surgeon is planning to manage your pain.


Let your doctor know of the key persons: During your recovery, you might not be in a condition to discuss and understand your daily progress. Make sure the operating team understand one or two key individuals who will be in charge of the decision-making process. Many times every visitor will talk to them and it will create confusion.

Eat healthily: Some of your well-meaning friends and relatives might suggest you not to eat this or that. But surgery is like a battle for the body. Your body needs energy and so you need to eat well and eat healthily.

Avoid dehydration: Drink plenty of water and avoid dehydration.

Exercise: you need to prepare yourself for the battle. Exercise is an integral aspect of it. Do whatever is comfortable for you. Walking, jogging, weights.. anything would do. Add respiratory exercises to the routine, it will help you fend off pneumonia after surgery. Ask your treating team for the incentive spirometer.

Quit smoking and alcohol: Smoking raises your risks of infections and other surgery complications. Quitting before your operation may also help you heal more quickly. It's good to stop smoking at least 4 weeks before surgery. Stretching that time frame to 10 weeks or more would be even better.

Do these things on the day of surgery: Do not wear makeup. Do not wear nail polish. Do not wear your eye contacts. Leave valuables and jewellery at home. Take off your earrings, nose pins and rings (including an engagement ring).

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