It’s vital to follow proper wound care procedures after an abdominal or laparoscopic procedure to avoid the risk of infection. Wash the surgical site daily with warm soapy water and pat dry. Don’t use harsh cleaning agents like alcohol, as this can slow healing.
If the medical staff applied a dressing, change it every day after washing (or as instructed by your doctors). If there are strips of tape on the incision, leave these on until they fall off.

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