endoscopic MIS Flashcards
1
Q
Dimitri Ott
A
- invented endoscopy
- German gynecologist
2
Q
absolute contraindication for MIS
A
- advanced generalized peritonitis
- irreducible hernia
- intolerance to formal laparotomy
- massive abdominal distention w/ bowel obstruction
- coagulopathy
3
Q
relative contraindication for MIS
A
- previous generalized peritonitis
- obesity
- advanced cardiac dx, AAA
- umbilical abnormalities
- pregnancy
- prior abdominal/pelvic sx (scar tissues affect trocar insertion)
- MD’s lack of experience
4
Q
what is the normal intra-abdominal adult pressure setting in CO2 insufflator
A
15mmhg
5
Q
small blunt tip lap tools
A
dissection
6
Q
large blunt tip lap tools (teeth, ratchet)
A
grasping
