Identify at least three laparoscopic instruments required to perform the cholecystectomy, not including the telescope, camera and light lead. Provide the rationale for your choice
You are assigned to a general surgery theatre where the cases for the day are being performed laparoscopically. Mrs Young, a 44 year-old female, is booked on the emergency list for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Mrs Young weighs 110 kg.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
Hook monopolar diathermy, endocatch bag 10 mm, Hassan trocar and cannula, 5 mm trocar and cannula, endoclip 10 mm or 5 mm, cholangiogram forceps.
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