title: Modifications to the Hasson technique.
abstract: Blind peritoneal penetration with a Veress needle is an unnecessary risk. This risk is reduced by the use of the 'Hasson technique'. We suggest two modifications to the Hasson technique which make it easier to undertake, and reduce the problem of peri-port air leak.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Ninewells Medical School and Hospital, Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom.
authors.forename: G H
authors.initials: GH
authors.lastname: Poole
authors.forename: F A
authors.initials: FA
authors.lastname: Frizelle
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*