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Laparoscopy is an effective modality for both diagnosing and treating intra-abdominal pathology. Advances in equipment, as well as the acquisition of advanced laparoscopic skills by more surgeons, has broadened the scope of laparoscopic surgery. With the proper equipment, training, skills, and patient selection, laparoscopy can be utilized in the emergent setting.
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Valerian, B.T., Stain, S.C. (2012). 17. Emergency Laparoscopy. In: Soper, N., Scott-Conner, C. (eds) The SAGES Manual. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-2344-7_17
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