[Emergency laparoscopy in hematology practice]

Area of Science:

• Minimally invasive surgery
• Gastroenterology
• Hematology

Background:

• Urgent abdominal conditions in patients with hematological diseases pose diagnostic challenges.
• Hematological diseases often present with hemorrhagic syndrome, increasing surgical risks.
• Laparoscopy offers a minimally invasive approach for diagnosis and treatment.

Observation:

• Thirty-one patients with hematological diseases underwent urgent laparoscopy.
• Patients were in serious condition with apparent hemorrhagic syndrome.
• Diagnostic difficulties in acute abdominal conditions were noted.

Findings:

• Laparoscopy outcomes were favorable despite patient comorbidities.
• No laparoscopy-related complications were recorded.
• Surgical intervention was avoided in 50% of cases due to endoscopic findings.
• Timely surgical interventions were performed in 11 patients.

Implications:

• Urgent laparoscopy is a safe and valuable tool for diagnosing acute abdominal conditions in hematology patients.
• The procedure can prevent unnecessary surgeries, reducing patient morbidity.
• Laparoscopy facilitates timely and appropriate surgical management when indicated.