The risks associated with a laparotomy are greater than those associated with a laparoscopy but they are still fairly low. Most of the complications are relatively minor and they usually resolve themselves fairly quickly.
The complications which may occur at the time of surgery include an allergic reaction to the anaesthetic, uncontrolled bleeding and accidental damage to internal organs such as the bowel or bladder.
Complications which may develop after you return home include wound infection, bleeding from the wound, urinary infection, a vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odour and a change in bladder and/or bowel function which may persist for one to two months.
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