Exploratory Laparotomy

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.