Abstract
The application of laparoscopy to the surgery of trauma is rapidly expanding. We report a case of laparoscopic repair of a gunshot wound to the right diaphragm. We discuss a technique for repair, as well as a method to create and maintain pneumoperitoneum while avoiding tension pneumothorax.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 59-61 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of laparoendoscopic surgery |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 1995 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery