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  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Diagnostic Procedures

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  • Unexplained abdominal pain presents a diagnostic challenge for clinicians.
  • Many patients undergo extensive investigations without a definitive diagnosis.
  • Laparoscopy offers a potential solution for diagnosing and managing such cases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the diagnostic and therapeutic utility of laparoscopy in patients with unexplained abdominal pain.
  • To assess the safety and effectiveness of laparoscopic interventions for this patient group.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 91 patients with unexplained abdominal pain.
  • Diagnostic laparoscopy was performed for evaluation and diagnosis.
  • Exclusion of gynecological cases to focus on the surgeon's perspective.

Main Results:

  • Unexplained abdominal pain is more prevalent in females.
  • Abdominal tuberculosis and appendicitis were the most frequent laparoscopic findings.
  • Ninety percent of patients reported pain relief post-laparoscopic intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Laparoscopy is a beneficial and safe procedure for the majority of patients with unexplained abdominal pain.
  • General surgeons should develop proficiency in laparoscopic surgery to optimize patient outcomes.