Laparoscopic appendectomy
Laparoscopic appendectomy is a type of minimally invasive surgery performed under general anesthesia using laparoscopic techniques to remove the appendix. During the operation, there is minimal bleeding, and recovery tends to be quicker, with less damage to the body. The scars left are small, consisting of three barely noticeable incisions. Typically, patients need to stay in the hospital for three to five days before they can be discharged. On the day of the surgery, patients are required to fast, and one to two days post-surgery, they may choose a semi-liquid diet and can start moving around. However, laparoscopic surgery is not suitable for individuals who cannot tolerate general anesthesia; instead, they must opt for an appendectomy through an incision at McBurney's point.
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