What is Laparoscopic Surgery?

Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery uses a small camera and instruments inserted through 3–5 tiny incisions (5–12 mm) instead of one large cut. The surgeon views the operating field on a high-definition monitor and performs the procedure with the same precision as open surgery — but with significantly less trauma to the body.

Laparoscopic Procedures Performed by Dr. Ashok Kumar

• Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy — removal of gallbladder for gallstone disease; day-care or overnight stay
• Laparoscopic Colectomy — right or left hemicolectomy, sigmoid colectomy for cancer or diverticular disease
• Laparoscopic Anterior Resection — sphincter-saving surgery for rectal cancer through keyhole incisions
• Laparoscopic Appendicectomy — removal of inflamed appendix; discharge next day
• Laparoscopic Hernia Repair — TEP or TAPP for inguinal hernia; ventral hernia repair with mesh
• Laparoscopic Fundoplication (Nissen) — anti-reflux surgery for GERD and hiatus hernia
• Laparoscopic Rectopexy — for rectal prolapse; fixed to sacrum through keyhole
• Laparoscopic Splenectomy — for ITP, haemolytic anaemia, splenic cysts

Advantages Over Open Surgery

• Smaller incisions — significantly reduced scarring
• Less post-operative pain — fewer analgesics needed
• Shorter hospital stay — 1–3 days vs 5–7 days for open
• Faster return to normal activities — 1–2 weeks vs 4–6 weeks
• Lower risk of wound infection and incisional hernia
• Equivalent oncological outcomes for cancer surgery