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Pelvic laparoscopy - series: Aftercare

 Aftercare

Pelvic laparoscopy - series
Illustrations:

  • Normal anatomy
  • Indications
  • Incision
  • Procedure
  • Aftercare
  • Patients are usually able to go home within 24 hours of surgery. Results depend on the procedure performed and the disease present.

    Update Date: 2/19/2008

    Updated by: Peter Chen, MD, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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