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Pelvic laparoscopy - series—Aftercare

Aftercare

Overview

Patients are usually able to go home within 24 hours of surgery. Results depend on the procedure performed and the disease present.

Review Date 1/10/2022

Updated by: John D. Jacobson, MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

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