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Application of Laparoscopic Ultrasonography in Primary Choledochal Suture during Combined Two-lens Surgery
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Care of patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy
1Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester. lisa.bloxham@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|November 8, 2008
Abstract:
This article discusses laparoscopic cholecystectomy, or surgical removal of the gall bladder through a process also known as keyhole surgery. It explains the pre- and post-operative nursing care of patients undergoing this surgery. The anaesthetic considerations and operative technique are also described.
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