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Laparoscopy for acute abdominal conditions is one area where laparoscopy is being used in children. However, because of the reduced abdominal surface area of small children, special concerns are present and must be appreciated. The most common acute abdominal condition in children for which laparoscopy is used is appendicitis. Other indications include cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis, Meckel's diverticulectomy, evaluation for trauma, and correction or excision of adnexal torsions. In addition, the future of laparoscopy for acute abdominal conditions is speculated.

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Laparoscopy acute abdomen children.

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Laparoscopy for Acute Abdominal Conditions in Children

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