Pneumoperitoneum in the Obese: Practical Concerns

摘要: The laparoscopic approach to bariatric surgery was first reported in the early 1990s (1). With refinement of surgery, particularly gastric bypass, there has been a tremendous growth field surgery. Patients view as less invasive and are more likely seek surgical therapy for treatment morbid obesity. an increase demand is also number surgeons interested learning There institutions providing workshops membership American Society Bariatric Surgery. Therefore, it important performing understand fundamental differences between open possible intraoperative adverse consequences pneumoperitoneum morbidly obese.