Establishment of pneumoperitoneum with a modified blunt trocar

W. A. Bemelman, L. T. de Wit, O. R. Busch, K. T. den Boer, J. F. Klaase, C. A. Grimbergen, D. J. Gouma

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Abstract

Veress needle and trocar-related accidents have caused many surgeons to adopt the Hasson technique for establishment of pneumoperitoneum, but this technique also has drawbacks. A modification of the sharp trocar has been developed that overcomes the disadvantages of the Veress needle and Hasson trocar
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)217-218
JournalJournal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. Part A
Volume10
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2000

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