Anatomy
All you need to know about the anatomy involved in a laparotomy.
Patient Education: Laparotomy/ Open Surgery
All you need to know about having a laparotomy, a procedure that uses one large incision to operate inside your abdomen and pelvis.
Procedure
An overview of the procedural steps, equipment and instruments used in laparotomy.
Indications
Laparotomy is used to diagnose or treat conditions that cannot be safely performed with laparoscopy.
Risks
Risks for the laparotomy procedure are quite low.
How to prepare
Prepare your hospital bag as you get close to your surgery date.
What to expect
What to expect before, during and after your laparotomy procedure.
Resources
Resources that may help you further understand the laparotomy procedure.