Which of the following is a potential side effect after laparoscopic bowel surgery?

Following laparoscopic bowel surgery, patients may experience altered bowel habits, including increased frequency and loose movements. This can be attributed to several factors such as the disruption of normal gut function during the surgical procedure, changes in diet post-surgery, or the body’s adjustment to the surgery. The laparoscopic approach, while minimally invasive, can still cause temporary alterations in bowel function due to manipulation of the intestines and the recovery process.

While loss of appetite can occur, it is not as specific or directly related to the surgical intervention on the bowel as the changes in bowel habits. Increased physical strength and immediate ability to lift heavy objects are not realistic outcomes right after surgery, as patients typically have restrictions on physical activity to allow for healing.