This section aims to indicate the number of laparoscopic surgeries performed for colon cancer.
The colon is a hollow organ located in the abdomen and is approximately one and a half meters long.
Among the risk factors for the development of colorectal cancer, the most significant are a sedentary lifestyle, obesity, and non-dietary factors (tobacco smoking and exposure to toxic agents).
In surgery, laparoscopic surgery has become increasingly popular in recent years.
Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive technique that allows for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases without the need for large surgical incisions. Furthermore, it usually requires a much shorter recovery time. Laparoscopy is reserved for very early-stage tumors.
It is important to know that there are indicators, developed by the National Outcomes Program (PNE) , developed by AGENAS on behalf of the Ministry of Health, these tools provide information on the number of procedures and their outcomes.
For colon cancer, performed laparoscopically, a specific indicator has been developed regarding the number of procedures performed using this surgical technique. The greater the number of surgeries performed by a healthcare facility, the greater the experience of its staff.
The Find Facilities tool was developed to provide you with as much information as possible about the services available in accredited public and private hospitals. In the “Facility Details” section, you can check the availability of “Transfusion Center” and “Resuscitation Service” services for each facility found. These services increase the timeliness of treatment in the event the patient requires blood and/or intensive care, thus avoiding a potential increase in critical situations related to the surgical procedures the patient has undergone.
Your doctor will address your concerns and guide you in making an informed decision about the treatment path to follow. Contact him to get all the information you need for your health needs.
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