Laparoscopy (thin lighted tube)
Description
A procedure involving the insertion of a thin, lighted tube (laparoscope) through the abdominal wall to inspect the organs and tissue inside of the abdomen.
Cost
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Common Complications
Any surgery can result in post-operative pain, infection or blood clots of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolus). Inadvertent injury to normal surrounding structures can occur with the procedure.
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