Regurgitation during pelvic laparoscopy.
In two of 93 fasting patients undergoing gynaecological laparoscopic procedures, there was evidence of gastric regurgitation to the pharynx. It is suggested that prophylactic measures should be taken in such patients to avoid the acid aspiration syndrome.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010388:Pelvis / Q000601:surgery*