What are the main risks of laparoscopy, and how are they minimized?

Complications from laparoscopy are uncommon, but they can include bleeding, infection, blood clots, and risks related to anesthesia. Because laparoscopy is performed close to pelvic organs, there is also a small risk of injury to structures like the bowel, bladder, ureters, or nearby blood vessels.

We minimize risk through careful preoperative planning (including reviewing imaging and prior operative records when available), meticulous surgical technique, and choosing the right team for the complexity of your case—especially when disease may involve the bowel or urinary tract. After surgery, clear, individualized recovery instructions and close follow-up help us catch issues early and support a safer healing process; if you’re considering surgery, our team can walk you through the specific risks in your situation and how we plan to reduce them.