What is Exploratory Laparotomy?

Emergency open surgery to examine abdominal organs after trauma, internal bleeding, or acute abdomen.

Who needs Exploratory Laparotomy?

Exploratory Laparotomy is recommended for patients with specific symptoms, abnormal test results, or as part of a planned treatment pathway. Your General Surgery / Trauma Surgery specialist will evaluate your suitability.

What type of anaesthesia is used?

Exploratory Laparotomy is typically performed with General. The anaesthesia team will review your health history and allergies before the procedure.

How long does the procedure take?

The typical duration is noted in the quick stats above. This may vary depending on complexity and individual patient factors.

What are the risks of Exploratory Laparotomy?

Risks include minor discomfort, bruising, rare infection, and in some cases incomplete results requiring repeat testing. Serious complications are uncommon but are discussed at consent.

What is the success rate of Exploratory Laparotomy?

Exploratory Laparotomy has a documented success rate of 85% at accredited centres. Individual outcomes depend on the underlying condition, patient health, and care team expertise.

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Trauma & Critical CareGeneral Surgery / Trauma Surgery✓ 85% Success Rate

Exploratory Laparotomy

General Surgery / Trauma Surgery · Trauma & Critical Care

1–4 hours

Duration

Inpatient

Setting

4–8 weeks

Recovery

₹1,00,000+

Cost

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📋Indications — Who Needs This Procedure?

1Unexplained symptoms requiring diagnostic clarification or confirmation
2Monitoring of a known condition to assess treatment response or disease progression
3Pre-operative workup to confirm fitness or guide surgical planning
4Screening in high-risk individuals as per clinical guidelines
5Therapeutic intervention where non-invasive or conservative options have been inadequate

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