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Laparoscopic Appendectomy
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Laparoscopic Appendectomy |
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Post-operative Instructions |
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 | You are discharged on a a regular diet. |
| You have no physical restrictions. |
| You should walk at least one to two miles per day. |
| If you become nauseated or start vomiting, have
diarrhea or have a fever, notify your surgeon. |
| If you were prescribed oral antibiotics, complete the
entire treatment. |
| You should be given an appointment a week post
discharge from the hospital. |
| Use Advil™ for moderate pain control. For severe pain,
use the prescribed pain medication. |
| You can drive as long as you do not take narcotic pain
medication. |
| You may return to work when you feel ready.
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Procedural Videos |
> Lap-APPY: Standard / Full lenght
> Lap-APPY: Difficult with pelvic abscess.
> Lap-APPY: Difficult Exposure
> Lap APPY: Retrieving the Specimen
> Lap APPY: Retro-cecal / Retro-hepatic appendix |
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