Laparoscopy surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique where small incisions (usually 0.5 to 1 cm) are made, and a laparoscope (a thin tube with a camera and light) is inserted to view the internal organs. Surgeons use specialized instruments to perform procedures without large incisions, leading to shorter recovery times, less pain, and reduced scarring compared to traditional open surgery.

How Laparoscopy Helps in Kidney & Gallstone Removal:

Kidney Stone Removal (Laparoscopic Pyelolithotomy):

Laparoscopy is used to remove large kidney stones or those located in hard-to-reach places.

The surgeon makes small incisions near the kidney, locates the stone, and removes it with minimal damage to surrounding tissues.

It can be an alternative when non-invasive treatments like shock wave lithotripsy fail to remove large stones.

Benefits: Less post-operative pain, quicker recovery, minimal hospital stay.

Gallstone Removal (Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy):

This procedure involves removing the gallbladder when gallstones cause symptoms like pain, infection, or blockage.

Small incisions are made, and the gallbladder is removed using specialized tools while the surgeon monitors progress through the laparoscope.

Benefits: Quicker recovery, less post-operative pain, smaller scars, shorter hospital stay compared to open surgery.

Laparoscopy is highly effective for these procedures due to its precision and minimally invasive nature, which leads to faster healing and fewer complications.