Indications Placement of a Hasson cannula is a widely used technique in all laparoscopic (i.e., minimally invasive or keyhole) surgery. It allows the surgeon to place the first large port used to insufflate (fill with air) the peritoneal cavity to allow visualization of intraabdominal and pelvic structures and to allow safe placement of the operating Continue Reading
Laparoscopic Technique Indications Chronic or acute disease of the gallbladder due to gallstones, biliary sludge, or dysmotility (poor physiological function) Contraindications Definite – coagulopathy (bleeding tendency), peritonitis (inflammation or purulence in abdominal cavity), small bowel obstruction, and significant hernia of diaphragm. Relative – previous intra-abdominal surgery with likelihood of adhesions (scar tissue), cirrhosis, and acute Continue Reading
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