Diagnostic laparoscopy or selective non-operative management for stable patients with penetrating abdominal trauma: What to choose ?

Conclusion: NOM is a preferred modality for minimally symptomatic stable patients. However, there is a risk of missed injuries and delayed treatment. DL accurately visualizes injuries, decreases unnecessary CT scans and avoids nontherapeutic laparotomies.

Source: Journal of Minimal Access Surgery - March 11, 2019 Category: Surgery Authors: Oleh Yevhenovych Matsevych Modise Zacharia Koto Moses Balabyeki Lehlogonolo David Mashego Colleen Aldous Source Type: research