If a patient has ongoing or historical medical conditions, the surgeon would likely view the abdominal operation as complicated. These can consist of previous abdominal operations, a hernia history, or illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, or kidney disease. Pre-existing conditions put patients at a higher risk of surgical complications, necessitating the use of additional safety measures.

Because the patient’s abdomen contains a lot of scar tissue, these surgeries typically take a long time to complete. Some patients need intensive care unit stays or other high levels of care afterward. Additionally, these operations carry a higher risk of infection, blood loss, and inadequate wound healing.