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What is Laparoscopic Surgery?
You may have heard about a new surgical technique
called laparoscopic surgery. This 'key-hole surgery'
is performed using special long instruments inserted
into the abdomen through small skin incisions called
ports. The operation is then performed using a laparoscope,
which is a telescopic camera that provides a magnified
picture of internal organs. This technique results
in faster patient recovery, less post-operative
pain, a shorter hospital stay, fewer wound complications
and a better cosmetic outcome - in short, patient
satisfaction.
What is the Long Island Center for Advanced
Laparosopy?
The Long Island Center for Advanced Laparoscopy
(LICAL) is a surgical center focused on laparoscopic
treatment of surgical diseases. A specially trained
surgeon directs the center. LICAL provides comprehensive
services in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.
What Conditions can be Treated with Laparoscopic
Surgery?
- Gall stones and bile duct stones.
- Groin and abdominal hernias.
- Reflux disease (heartburn).
- Diseases of the esophagus.
- Bowel and colon disease.
- Removal of diseased organs, such as the spleen,
adrenal glands or kidneys.
- Operations for morbid obesity.
- Diagnostic operations to determine the cause of
abdominal pain, inflammation, tumors or adhesions.
Who is a Candidate for Laparoscopic Surgery?
Many patients with conditions that need to be treated
surgically may be candidates for a laparoscopic
procedure. Such surgery is rapidly becoming a standard
treatment. Your surgeon will discuss with you a
treatment plan based on your diagnosis and careful
testing.
What Can I Expect If I Go To See A Surgeon?
Your surgeon will interview you and examine you
to determine if your condition can be helped by
surgery. If you are a candidate for laparoscopic
surgery, your surgeon will go over the details with
you. Patients are generally admitted on the morning
of surgery. Blood tests will be done beforehand
and an anesthesiologist will interview you to determine
whether you are in good condition for anesthesia.
What Else Should I Know?
The Long Island Center for Advanced LaparoscopySM
is located in the Department of Surgery on the 8th
floor of Nassau University Medical Center's main
building. For information, call (516) 572-6703.
For information about the Long Island Center
for Advanced Laparoscopy, please call
(516) 572-6703.
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