title: Conventional vs. open laparoscopy.
abstract: Compared with the closed technique, open laparoscopy offers several advantages, including fewer contraindications, a simpler technique, lower operative risk, easier establishment and release of pneumoperitoneum and fewer complications.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D012306:Risk