In the case of complications, there may be an extension of the recovery time, whereas, with a very good postoperative course and the patient’s need to return to work as quickly as possible, some times may be shortened. The length of sick leave depends on the type of employment. For administrative jobs, it is at the lower end, while for heavy physical labor or recurrence of the condition, it may exceed the upper limit.
| PROCEDURE | LENGTH OF HOSPITALIZATION | LIGHT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | FULL PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | DURATION OF SICK LEAVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laparoskopická cholecystektomie (gallbladder) | up to 24 hours | 1 week | 3-4 weeks | 1-3 weeks |
| Laparoscopy – inguinal hernia | up to 24 hours | 1 week | 4 weeks | 1-4 weeks |
| Laparoscopy – abdominal hernia | 2-3 days | 4 weeks | 2-3 months | 1-3 months |
| Laparoscopy – fundoplication | 24-36 hours | 2 weeks | 4-6 weeks | 1-3 weeks |
| Laparoscopy – appendectomy | 24-36 hours | 1 week | 3 weeks | 1-2 weeks |
| Inguinal hernia surgery performed traditionally with a mesh. | up to 24 hours | 1 week | 4 weeks | 1-4 weeks |
| Knee arthroscopy | 6-8 hours | 1 week | 4-6 weeks | 1-2 weeks |
| Reconstruction of a crooked knee ligament | 24-36 hours | 2-3 weeks | 8 weeks | 1-2 months |
| Traditional surgery for varicose veins | 4-24 hours | 3 weeks | 5 weeks | 4-6 weeks |
| Laser surgery for varicose veins | 2-6 hours | immediately | 1 week | 0-1 week |
| Traditional surgery for hemorrhoids | 24-48 hours | 4 weeks | 8 weeks | 1-2 months |
| Hemorrhoid surgery according to Longo | 12-24 hours | 1 week | 2 weeks | 1-2 weeks |
