Blunt versus bladed trocars in laparoscopic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials

Background Trocar-associated visceral injuries are rare but potentially fatal complications of laparoscopic access. More commonly, abdominal wall bleeding occurs, which usually requires hemostatic measures and prolongs operative time. Blunt-tipped trocars have been postulated to carry a lower risk o...

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