Comparative Evaluation of Transumbilical and Infraumbilical 5 Mm Blind Trocar Insertion for Camera Port in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Abstract

BACKGROUND Transumbilical 10 mm camera port insertion through the umbilical fossa is enthusiastically practiced for laparoscopic cholecystectomy throughout the world considering its advantages of hidden scar and better cosmetic outcome. Direct trocar insertion and Veress needle insufflation are very commonly used for first trocar insertion. In the present study, we have compared the clinical outcome of transumbilical versus infraumbilical approach by a 5 mm camera port instead of the traditional 10 mm, by direct trocar method in 3 port laparoscopic cholecystectomy.