Laparoscopy

If you have a gastrointestinal or gynecological-related issue, you might be a candidate for a diagnostic laparoscopy. General surgeon and critical care specialist Dr. Jeremy Juern in Roseville, California, specializes in diagnosing diseases and injuries with a laparoscopy. Your doctor may discuss the option of laparoscopic surgery, which uses very small incisions, if you have a problem that requires surgery. Dr. Jeremy Juern’s practice is physician-referral only, so ask your doctor for a referral. You can also contact his office if you have any questions or concerns before or after your laparoscopy.

What is a laparoscopy?

A laparoscopy can be used as a diagnostic tool to evaluate your inner tissues, bones, and organs. Dr. Jeremy Juern performs laparoscopies, which only require small incisions to complete. 

He uses smaller incisions than traditional surgery to access the affected site. He inserts a slender, flexible scope called a laparoscope that has an attached camera. This camera sends high-definition images in real-time to an external monitor in the operating room, where he can get a closer view of your inner structures. 

If you proceed with laparoscopic surgery, Dr. Jeremy Juern inserts surgical tools through the scope to make any necessary repairs. 

Why would I need a laparoscopy?

You might be a candidate for a laparoscopy if you have a disease or injury that isn’t treatable with nonsurgical procedures. Dr. Jeremy Juern uses laparoscopy to address conditions that affect your:

• Stomach
• Small intestine  
• Colon (large intestine)
• Gallbladder
• Pancreas 
• Appendix
• Pelvic area
• Bladder 
• Reproductive organs

You might also need this type of minimally invasive diagnostic tool to evaluate different types of hernias, including inguinal, umbilical, incisional, ventral, and femoral hernias.

Dr. Jeremy Juern offers comprehensive health evaluations to determine if a laparoscopy and laparoscopic surgery is the right treatment for you. He also reviews your medical history to ensure you’re in good health for anesthesia and surgery.

What are the benefits of a laparoscopy?

Since a laparoscopy requires buttonhole-sized incisions to access your inner structures, you can expect less disturbance to nearby areas and risk of infection.

When you undergo laparoscopic surgery, you can also expect to heal more quickly than you might after traditional open surgery. Traditional techniques typically require deeper and longer incisions, which can increase your risk of post-surgical complications. 

Other benefits of a laparoscopy include:

• Minimally invasive diagnostic surgery
• Minimal risk for scarring
• Less bleeding
• Less pain and discomfort
• Less tissue trauma
• Shorter recovery time
• Fewer wound complications
• Reduced need for pain medications

If you need a laparoscopy, ask your doctor for a referral to Dr. Jeremy Juern. You can also contact the office today if you have any queries or concerns before or after your diagnostic surgery.