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Laparoscopic Bowel Surgery

Categories

Digestive System

Surgery

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Last Update

September 1, 2021

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.pdf

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WI85-0933

Language

English

Creator

GI/General Surgery staff, QE II

During surgery, a part of your bowel will be removed using a laparoscope. Laparoscopic surgery has fewer complications than open bowel surgery. An overview of what will happen before and after surgery is provided. Topics include nutrition, controlling discomfort, and care of your incision.

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