pretied ligature
A pretied ligature may be used to elevate a grossly inflamed appendix with minimal trauma.
Trocar placement
Trocar placement for laparoscopic appendectomy. The laparoscope is inserted through an umbilical port. A second trocar (5 or 10 mm) is placed in the suprapubic region and used to elevate the appendix. The third trocar is the working port and should be pla