title: Aortic laceration: a rare complication of laparoscopy.
abstract: Aortic laceration during laparoscopic procedures is a rare but well-known complication with a high mortality rate. Thus far, few cases which were recognized and treated successfully have been reported in the literature; the exact incidence is not known. Such a complication occurred after an elective laparoscopic sterilization in a 35-year-old woman. The situation was recognized early and successfully treated. The common complications of laparoscopy are usually of a minor nature but a few are life threatening. This case illustrates the need for emphasis on the prevention of complications and the appropriate course of action in the event of their occurrence.
authors.affiliation: Easton Hospital, PA.
authors.forename: K N
authors.initials: KN
authors.lastname: Oza
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: O'Donnell
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Fisher
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001012:Aorta, Abdominal / Q000293:injuries*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013246:Sterilization, Tubal / Q000009:adverse effects; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating / Q000209:etiology*