Technical modification to laparoscopic appendectomy.
An alternative technique for laparoscopic appendectomy is described. The isolated appendix is exteriorized through the trocar wound, ligated, and resected. The cecum is then returned to the abdomen.
Goh
P
P
Department of Surgery, National University Hospital, National University of Singapore.
Tekant
Y
Y
Kum
C K
CK
Chow
L
L
Ngoi
S S
SS
D001062:Appendectomy / Q000379:methods*; D001064:Appendicitis / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy; D013536:Suture Techniques