Direct laparoscope trocar insertion without prior pneumoperitoneum.
The results of direct trocar insertion without prior establishment of pneumoperitoneum are documented in 301 consecutive laparoscopies. No complications or technical failures attributable to the method were encountered. A reduction of complications associated with needle-induced pneumoperitoneum may be possible with this method.
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D011028:Pneumoperitoneum, Artificial