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Area of Science:

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Complications
  • Vascular Injury

Background:

  • Laparoscopic procedures are common for abdominal surgeries.
  • Potential complications include injury to abdominal wall vasculature.
  • Hemorrhage can be delayed and present post-operatively.

Observation:

  • Two cases of severe bleeding after minor laparoscopic procedures were observed.
  • Patients presented with hypovolemic shock several hours post-operatively.
  • The bleeding originated from abdominal wall blood vessels.

Findings:

  • Injury to abdominal wall blood vessels is a potential cause of delayed shock after laparoscopic surgery.
  • Early recognition and management of post-operative hemorrhage are critical.
  • This complication, though rare, can occur even in minor procedures.

Implications:

  • Surgeons should maintain a high index of suspicion for vascular injury in patients presenting with delayed shock post-laparoscopy.
  • Careful anatomical consideration of abdominal wall vessels during trocar insertion is essential.
  • Enhanced vigilance and prompt intervention are necessary to manage this surgical risk.