Finger-assisted laparoscopic surgery

Advances in laparoscopic surgical procedures will facilitate the solution of specific problems, especially in emergency surgery. A simple technique of intracorporeal finger assistance, which permits a fast and safe solution in selected cases involving right and left lower abdominal quadrants, is described. The forefinger, introduced like a cannula, can be used to complete laparoscopic procedures in which there is potential risk for bowel injury or failure in using laparoscopic instruments.