Basic Laparoscopic Surgical Procedures

Basic Laparoscopy Procedure: Step by Step

Endoscopic minimally invasive surgery has transformed virtually every surgical specialty.  Benefits include reduced hospital stays, a more rapid recovery, decreased incision size, decreased adhesion formation, and reduced costs.

This section demonstrates basic laparoscopic surgical procedures.  These form the basis of all laparoscopic procedures.

Overview/layout of the operating room

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Laparoscopic equipment set-up in the OR

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Patient placement

Patient Draping

Use of the Uterine Manipulator

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Trocar and Needle Entry Techniques

Chromopertubation (infertility tubal dye perfusion study)

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How to Look at the Upper Abdomen

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Normal Pelvic Anatomy: Uterus, Ovaries, Fallopian Tubes, Bowel, and Bladder