In a retrospective study spanning 25 years, researchers evaluated laparoscopic surgery’s role in diagnosing and treating anterior abdominal stab wounds (AASWs). Among 142 surgical patients, laparoscopy (62.7%) proved safe, with only 2 cases of overlooked injuries. For stable patients without significant injuries, laparoscopy demonstrated advantages, including reduced blood loss and shorter hospital stays compared to laparotomy. This study suggests laparoscopy’s efficacy in managing AASWs, potentially minimizing unnecessary laparotomies for stable patients.
Journal Article by Wu C, Lin KL, Chang YJ and Lin HF in Surg Endosc
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