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What is the primary purpose of a laparotomy?
What is the primary purpose of a laparotomy?
- To perform minimally invasive surgery
- To repair a hernia
- To remove abdominal organs
- To explore the abdominal cavity for diagnosis (correct)
Which of the following conditions would NOT typically require a laparotomy?
Which of the following conditions would NOT typically require a laparotomy?
- Ascitic fluid drainage
- Ruptured urinary bladder
- Asymptomatic appendicitis (correct)
- Perforated abdominal wound
Which surgical procedures are included under the scope of laparotomy?
Which surgical procedures are included under the scope of laparotomy?
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Arthroscopy
- Open heart surgery
- Pancreatic surgery (correct)
Laparotomy can be beneficial for draining which of the following types of fluid?
Laparotomy can be beneficial for draining which of the following types of fluid?
Which of the following is NOT a reason to perform a laparotomy?
Which of the following is NOT a reason to perform a laparotomy?
In which scenario would a laparotomy likely be performed for lavage?
In which scenario would a laparotomy likely be performed for lavage?
What does the term 'celiotomy' refer to?
What does the term 'celiotomy' refer to?
Which of the following is an example of a procedure that can be performed during a laparotomy?
Which of the following is an example of a procedure that can be performed during a laparotomy?
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Study Notes
Laparotomy Overview
- Surgical procedure designed to open the abdominal wall for better visualization of abdominal and pelvic organs.
- The term "laparotomy" is derived from "lapar," meaning abdomen, and "otomy," meaning incision or opening; synonymous with celiotomy.
Purpose of Laparotomy
- Primarily serves for exploration of the abdominal cavity to aid in diagnosis, often summarized as "Open and See."
- Facilitates drainage of the abdominal cavity for conditions such as ascites related to hepatic, cardiac, and renal dysfunctions, as well as urine drainage from a ruptured urinary bladder and lavage in cases of perforated wounds.
Surgical Interventions
- Gastrointestinal Procedures:
- Includes various surgical interventions such as gastrotomy, enterotomy, rumenotomy, abomasopexy, and intestinal resection and anastomosis.
- Tumor Removal:
- Involves excision of any abdominal neoplasms.
- Abdominal Organ Surgeries:
- Can include surgeries on liver, spleen, and pancreas.
Urogenital Tract Procedures
- Involves a range of surgeries such as:
- Ovariectomy and ovarohysterectomy.
- Caesarian section.
- Cystotomy and nephrotomy.
- Nephrectomy and prostatectomy.
- Abdominal cryptorchidectomy.
Additional Uses
- Laparotomy can also be employed for herniorrhaphy, a procedure to repair hernias.
- Utilized in experimental studies within veterinary medicine.
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