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Laparoscopic surgery--basic armamentarium.

M J Girotti1, A G Nagy, D E Litwin

  • 1Department of Surgery, Victoria Hospital, London, Ont.

Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
|June 1, 1992
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Laparoscopic techniques are now standard in North American intracavitary surgery. This review covers essential equipment for safe and flexible minimal-access-site surgery, including optics, cameras, and hemostasis agents.

Area of Science:

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Technology

Background:

  • Laparoscopic techniques have rapidly become standard in North American intracavitary surgery.
  • Successful implementation requires a specific set of surgical equipment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the essential laparoscopic equipment for minimal-access-site surgery.
  • To outline the armamentarium needed for safe and flexible intracavitary procedures.

Main Methods:

  • Review of basic laparoscopic equipment for minimal-access-site surgery.
  • Discussion of operating room setup, optics, cameras, monitors, instruments, and hemostasis agents.

Main Results:

  • A comprehensive list of necessary laparoscopic equipment is presented.

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  • Emphasis on equipment ensuring procedural safety and flexibility.

    • Conclusions:

    • Proper laparoscopic equipment is crucial for successful intracavitary surgery.
    • The reviewed armamentarium facilitates safe and versatile minimal-access-site procedures.