Unsupervised Laparoscopic Appendicectomy by Surgical Trainees is Safe and Time-effective
Asian Journal of SurgeryPublished 1 July 2007Open access
Kenneth C. Wong, Tristram Duncan, Andrew N. Pearson
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The hypothesis that unsupervised laparoscopic appendicectomy by surgical trainees is a safe and time-effective valid alternative for appendicitis is examined.
Abstract
Unsupervised laparoscopic appendicectomy by surgical trainees is safe and time-effective.
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Medicine
EndoscopyEndoscopic Appendectomy
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