Introduction

Question 1

Benefits to Laparoscopic Surgery

Answer 1

Decreased pain
Better cosmetic response
Early return to ambulation

Question 2

General Complications of Laparoscopy

Answer 2

Injury to adjacent organs
Access site complications
Post-op shoulder pain

Question 3

Adjacent Organs That may be Damaged in Laparoscopic Surgery

Answer 3

Bleeding solid organs
Vascular injuries
Bowel injury (puncture, cautery)
Bladder/uterus injury

Question 4

Access Site Complications in Laparoscopy

Answer 4

Port site hernia

Wound infection