Laparoscopic gastrectomy is a minimally invasive surgery involving partial or total removal of the stomach, commonly performed for stomach tumors, severe ulcers, or weight-loss surgery.
The affected portion of the stomach is removed, and the digestive tract is reconstructed.
🔹 Why is it done?
Stomach cancer
Complicated ulcers
Bariatric surgery
🔹 Advantages:
Less pain
Shorter hospital stay
Faster recovery
🔹 Recovery:
Hospital stay 3–5 days
Gradual diet progression
Full recovery within several weeks
🔹 Possible risks:
Bleeding
Infection
Leakage from surgical connection
Nutritional deficiencies