Abdominal surgery

Abdominal surgery is a branch of general surgery dedicated to treating pathologies involving organs within the abdominal cavity, such as the liver, spleen, intestines, and stomach. Thanks to technological innovations, it is continually evolving.

At Arsbiomedica, our team utilizes state-of-the-art surgical equipment such as 4k laparoscopic columns, which, through a minimally invasive approach, allow for surgeries with small incisions for greater precision and fewer post-operative complications. We also employ robots, enabling precise and lower-risk execution of many types of procedures.

Laparoscopy: Maximum Precision and Minimally Invasive

Abdominal laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive technique that leverages advanced and ever-evolving technologies. During these procedures, small incisions are made in the patient’s abdominal wall through which a laparoscope, a sophisticated optical instrument connected to an external camera, is inserted. This allows the surgeon to view the internal organs magnified on a high-resolution screen, enabling highly precise operations that respect the anatomical structures.

During the procedure, gas is insufflated to distend the abdomen, facilitating the introduction of surgical instruments with diameters ranging from 3 to 5 millimeters. This approach significantly reduces the invasiveness of the procedure, resulting in less blood loss, lower post-operative risks, and a quicker recovery for the patient. Currently, laparoscopy is the preferred option, with traditional “open abdomen” laparotomy reserved only when laparoscopy is not feasible.

Robotic Surgery: Highly Precise Technology

Robotic surgery is a highly advanced technology that allows for unprecedented precision in procedures. This translates to lower risks, less tissue trauma, reduced bleeding risk, and almost no post-operative pain.

The robotic surgery platform includes a console with manipulators, through which the surgeon commands mechanical arms on which surgical instruments are mounted. The three-dimensional image provided by a camera allows the surgeon to navigate through organs and tissues with surprising precision. Additionally, the robot eliminates essential tremors and offers greater freedom of movement than the human hand.

This technological revolution is particularly advantageous in complex situations or when dealing with severely compromised patients.

At Arsbiomedica, thanks to technological innovations such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery, combined with highly skilled expertise, abdominal surgeries are more precise, less invasive, and lead to faster patient recovery.

Treated Pathologies:

• Inguinal hernia
• Umbilical hernia
• Epigastric hernia
• Laparocele or post-surgical hernia
• Appendectomy: Appendix removal
• Cholecystectomy: Gallbladder removal, often for gallstones
• Exploratory laparotomy: Surgical opening of the abdomen to examine internal organs and diagnose pathologies
• Ileostomy or colostomy: Creation of a temporary or permanent opening in the abdomen to divert intestinal flow
• Intestinal resection: Removal of part of the intestineAbdominal laparoscopy: Use of small incisions and dedicated instrumentation (4k laparoscopic column) to perform less invasive diagnostic or surgical procedures
• Hysterectomy: Removal of part or all of the uterus, often laparoscopically or abdominally
• Nissen procedure: Surgical treatment of gastroesophageal reflux involving wrapping the stomach around the esophagus
• Abdominal hernia repair: Surgery to repair a hernia, where a portion of the organ pushes through a weakness in the abdominal wall
• Bariatric surgery: Weight loss interventions, such as sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass
• Abdominal vascular surgery: Interventions to repair or replace arteries or veins in the abdomen, such as repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm.