Laparoscopy in Pediatric Abdominal Trauma: A 13-year Experience

Conclusion Laparoscopy reliably resolves diagnostic uncertainty in selected cases of pediatric abdominal blunt and penetrating trauma. In a hemodynamically stable patient with a concerning exam and inconclusive imaging, laparoscopy provides sensitive diagnostic capability and opportunity for definitive repair with diminished surgical morbidity.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: European Journal of Pediatric Surgery - October 29, 2015 Category: Surgery Authors: Tharakan, Sasha J.Kim, Aimee G.Collins, Joy L.Nance, Michael L.Blinman, Thane A. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research