{"id":394,"date":"2016-12-28T22:24:28","date_gmt":"2016-12-29T02:24:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyhillsvets.com\/blog\/?p=394"},"modified":"2024-04-03T11:45:05","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T18:45:05","slug":"laparoscopic-surgery-veterinary-medicine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyhillsvets.com\/blog\/laparoscopic-surgery-veterinary-medicine\/","title":{"rendered":"The Way of the Future? Laparoscopic Surgery in Veterinary Medicine"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"laparoscopicSurgery<\/span><\/a> is a big deal, no matter if you have two legs or four. We are constantly looking for better and less painful ways to accomplish surgical procedures. <\/span><\/p>\n

The team at <\/span>Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates<\/span><\/a> is proud to provide only the best for our pet patients. Part of this is staying at the forefront of technology when it comes to our treatment offerings. <\/span><\/p>\n

We have recently added a laparoscope to our practice. Laparoscopic surgery in veterinary medicine is a new but very effective way to bring the latest in technology to you and your pet.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What is a Laparoscope?<\/b><\/h3>\n

You probably have had or know someone who has had laparoscopic surgery. This method is commonly used in human medicine. It involves the use of a tiny camera designed for surgery to access areas in the body, such as the abdominal cavity.<\/span><\/p>\n

During laparoscopic surgery in veterinary medicine, the patient is anesthetized and prepared for the procedure as normal. A small incision is then made in the area of concern. This allows us to insert the laparoscope into the body. One or two more small incisions may also be created, depending on the procedure, in order to allow the introduction of surgical instruments.<\/span><\/p>\n

The abdomen can then be filled with gas, allowing us a better view through the camera on a monitor in the surgery room. It is amazing what we can accomplish through such a tiny opening!<\/span><\/p>\n

Benefits of Laparoscopic Surgery in Veterinary Medicine<\/b><\/h3>\n

Laparoscopic surgery has been around for a long time in the human world. We are really just starting to use it more in veterinary medicine, and there are some great reasons to do so.<\/span><\/p>\n

The benefits of laparoscopic surgery in veterinary medicine are similar to those seen in human medicine. Reasons that we use this technology include:<\/span><\/p>\n