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Definition and Causes of Non-Traumatic Acute AbdomenOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
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Abstract
The presentation of an acute abdomen is very frequent in the departments of emergency surgery and in hospitals with emergency room. Overcoming the learning curve and improving techniques have enabled experienced teams to use laparoscopy in emergency conditions.
In acute diseases such as ulcer perforation, colonic diverticulitis with acute complications, intestinal obstruction, as well as in emergency trauma surgery, the expert surgeon opts for the laparoscopic approach and often carries out the operation without conversion to laparotomy.
Published data clearly confirm the efficacy and safety of laparoscopy as a valid diagnostic and therapeutic option even in emergencies; in fact it contributes to the management of 80 % of cases of acute abdomen.
Abdominal emergencies are often a diagnostic challenge for the surgeon, as many different diseases may have the same clinical presentation, so a correct diagnosis and an adequate treatment become crucial.
In cases of peritonitis, laparoscopy allows a complete exploration of the abdominal cavity, with good lavage of the abdominal recesses.
Additionally, the laparoscopic approach can be applied for the treatment of endoscopic and surgical postoperative complications, as it is safe and efficient, although sometimes difficult. Laparoscopic exploration preserves abdominal wall integrity, provides complete visualization of the abdominal cavity and quick identification of the complication, thus allowing good management and resolution.