What Are Considered Solid Organs?
The solid organs are various organs in the abdominal area that perform various functions that have a solid consistency and are not hollow. Examples of solid organs include the liver, spleen, kidneys, the adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries, and uterus. Differs from hollow organs, which include the stomach, the colon, the gallbladder, and so forth.
There are many different kinds of surgeries that can be performed on the solid organs, of which we'll note some basic procedures below.
About the Solid Organs
Below is a brief explanation of the various solid organs of the body and the roles they play.
The Liver – The second-largest organ in the body, the liver is located under the rib cage in the upper right-hand portion of the abdomen. It's crucial for the production of chemicals necessary for digestion and for the detoxification of the body.
The Spleen – Located behind the stomach and the lower portion of the rib cage, the spleen is a small organ that's crucial for filtering the blood.
The Kidneys – Located just under the rib cage on either side of the spine, the kidneys are bean-shaped organs roughly the size of a fist. They are essential for the removal of waste products from the blood.
The Adrenal Glands – Located above the kidneys, the adrenal glands are help with kidney function and also release hormones into the body as a response to stressful conditions.
The Pancreas – Located partially behind the stomach in the upper abdomen, the pancreas aids in digestion through the release of enzymes into the small intestine.
Resection Procedures for Solid Organs
A surgical resection refers to the removal of an organ in order to improve general health and wellness. The resection may involve the total removal of a solid organ or the removal of part of a solid organ. Resection may be necessary to remove diseased parts of an organ or as part of a transplantation.
It is also possible for us to perform a lymph node dissection (lymphadenectomy) laparoscopically. Performed as part of cancer treatment, lymph node dissection refers to the removal of one or more of the lymph nodes.
The Benefits of Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is preferable to open surgery and more invasive procedures for a number of reasons. By working through small incisions that are carefully placed around the abdominal area, surgeons can perform resections and involved surgical treatments using a fiber optic camera known as a laparoscope and specially crafted tools.
Laparoscopic surgery reduces the amount of blood loss experienced during surgery, and also results in smaller post-operative scars. Since the incisions are smaller (the process is also referred to as keyhole surgery), patients typically recover faster and experience less severe side effects as they heal.
Contact the Laparoscopic Surgical Center of New York
To learn more about various advanced surgical procedures, we encourage you to contact the Laparoscopic Surgical Center of New York today. We will be sure to address all of your concerns so that you can make confident decisions about your surgical needs.
