Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A
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J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A · Dec 2006
Laparoscopically guided ilioinguinal nerve block for groin hernia repair.
Percutaneous ilioinguinal nerve block may reduce postoperative pain after open groin hernia repair but may be complicated by transient femoral nerve palsy in some patients. The technique of laparoscopically guided ilioinguinal nerve block is reported, and its benefits assessed in patients undergoing laparoscopic total extraperitoneal groin hernia repair. ⋯ Laparoscopically guided ilioinguinal nerve block may be applied safely and with improved postoperative comfort after groin hernia repair.
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J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A · Dec 2006
Case ReportsLaparoscopic cholecystectomy for isolated traumatic rupture of the gallbladder following blunt abdominal injury.
Gallbladder rupture following blunt abdominal trauma is a rare event usually recognized on evaluation and treatment of other visceral injuries during laparotomy. Isolated gallbladder rupture secondary to blunt abdominal trauma is even more uncommon. ⋯ We report the case of a patient who suffered isolated gallbladder rupture due to blunt abdominal trauma from a fall. We propose laparoscopic cholecystectomy as a safe and effective surgical treatment for this solitary injury.