Dr. Murtaza Pithawala
Specialist Surgeon
MS, DNB, FNB(Minimal Access Surgery)
Member of Royal College of Surgeon (MRCS), UK
Office 107, 2nd December Street - Satwa Roundabout - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Dr. Murtaza Pithawala
Specialist Surgeon
MS, DNB, FNB(Minimal Access Surgery)
Member of Royal College of Surgeon (MRCS), UK
Office 107, 2nd December Street - Satwa Roundabout - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Are you experiencing sudden abdominal pain, nausea or fever? These could be signs of appendicitis, which requires prompt surgical treatment.
At Cosmocare Medical Centre, Dubai, Dr. Murtaza Pithawala, a specialist in laparoscopic surgery, offers advanced laparoscopic appendectomy procedures to remove the appendix safely, with minimal pain, smaller scars and a faster recovery
A laparoscopic appendectomy is a minimally invasive surgery to remove the inflamed appendix through small keyhole incisions rather than a large open cut.
Most procedures are performed on an outpatient basis or have a short hospital stay, depending on your specific condition.
Different positions of appendix
Location of appendix in human
Even if you’re hesitant about surgery, a laparoscopic appendectomy may be necessary if you have:
This procedure addresses complications and symptoms of appendicitis, including:
Think of it as a modern, safe way to treat appendicitis efficiently.
Dr. Murtaza performs each step with precision and care:
The procedure is usually completed within 30–60 minutes, depending on the complexity.
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Yes, it is the least invasive, safer than the conventional open surgery and has smaller incisions and quicker recovery.
The majority of patients can resume everyday activities in 1-2 weeks, starting with light activity.
Complications are rare. There can be infection, bleeding or anesthetic reactions, which are reduced through the contemporary laparoscopic practice.
Small keyhole scars that tend to fade away with time and that are much less evident than normal open surgery.
Patients should first take a light and balanced diet. The specifics of the post-op diet you will have are given by your doctor.
Usually 30-60 minutes is normal time but may vary from every patient based on the complexity of the case.
