Current Progress in Laparoscopic Surgery

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An operation performed in the pelvis or abdominal region using small incisions with the help of a camera is known as laparoscopy. Laparoscopic surgery is also known as minimally invasive surgery and keyhole surgery. In comparison to the common open surgical procedures, laparoscopic surgeries have more advantages, such as less pain, reduced haemorrhaging, small incisions, lower risk of infections and short recovery time. A laparoscope, scissors, forceps, probes, hooks, dissectors and retractors are some of the common surgical tools used in laparoscopic surgeries. Cholecystectomy, colectomy and nephrectomy are some of the most common laparoscopic procedures. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to laparoscopy. The various advancements in laparoscopic surgery are glanced at and their applications as well as ramifications are looked at in detail. This book includes contributions of doctors and experts which will provide innovative insights into this field.