Laparocentesis and laparoscopy in the diagnosis of abdominal injuries in patients with combined trauma
Abakumov, M.M.; Vladimirova, E.S.; Dzhagraev, K.R.
Khirurgiia 12: 12-16
1991
ISSN/ISBN: 0023-1207 PMID: 1839400 Document Number: 368756
Experience in laparocentesis (152 cases) and laparoscopy (40 cases) in persons with concurrent trauma is discussed. Laparocentesis with lavage of the abdominal cavity is the method of choice in such patients because it ensures correct diagnosis in 98% of cases and does not distort the clinical picture on the abdomen during the subsequent surveillance.