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    • Conventional closed laparoscopy often involves insufflation needles and sharp trocars, posing risks of injury.
    • These instruments are not essential for laparoscopic procedures.

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    • To introduce and evaluate open laparoscopy as a safer alternative to closed laparoscopy.
    • To highlight the benefits of open laparoscopy in reducing surgical complications and improving proficiency.

    Main Methods:

    • Open laparoscopy involves a small umbilical incision for direct abdominal entry under vision.
    • This technique bypasses the need for insufflation needles and trocars.
    • Standard surgical techniques are utilized, facilitating quicker learning curves.

    Main Results:

    • Open laparoscopy eliminates insufflation needle and trocar-related injuries.
    • It reduces the likelihood of failed attempts and postoperative herniations.
    • The technique is easily mastered by surgeons using familiar methods.

    Conclusions:

    • Open laparoscopy offers a safer and more reliable approach to laparoscopic surgery.
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    • It enhances surgical safety and procedural efficiency.