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Compared to the traditional mode of surgery, laparoscopic surgery involves the use of a laparoscope: a telescopic rod lens system that is usually connected to a video camera (single chip or three chip). Also attached is a fiber optic cable system connected to a 'cold' light source (halogen or xenon), to illuminate the operative field, inserted through a 5mm or 10mm cannula or Trocar to view the operative field.
The abdomen is usually insufflated with carbon dioxide gas to create a working and viewing space. The abdomen is essentially blown up like a balloon, elevating the abdominal wall above the internal organs like a dome. This gas is common to the human body and can be absorbed by the tissue and removed by the respiratory system.
"Carbon dioxide is non-flammable, which is important because electrosurgical devices are commonly used in laparoscopic procedures. At MPH, we conduct surgeries for hernia, gall bladder, appendix, gastric banding, gastric bypass, colectomies for cancer or benign diseases. The advantage of this surgery is that it is minimally invasive, less painful and most importantly leaves no open scars,"
says Dr. Ladha, El Zaqui, Consultant General Surgeon, Muscat Private Hospital.
He continues, "It also reduces the risk of infection to a great degree and fastens the healing process."
Gerard Strong, Hospital Director, Muscat Private Hospital, feels:
"Most people are not aware of the fact that we at MPH have been offering this facility. We are well equipped with the latest technology and offer not only a surgical but a holistic approach to surgery."
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