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This chapter reviews the relative contraindications to laparoscopy and general considerations to apply to the safe application of laparoscopy.
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- Laparoscopic Approach
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Open Appendectomy
- Veress Needle
- Prior Abdominal Operation
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Williams, B. (2012). Contraindications to Laparoscopy. In: Tichansky, MD, FACS, D., Morton, MD, MPH, J., Jones, D. (eds) The SAGES Manual of Quality, Outcomes and Patient Safety. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-7901-8_22
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