Capnothorax during laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Abstract

Laparoscopic procedures are becoming increasingly widespread as more and more surgical procedures are becoming amenable to laparoscopic repairs. As the spectrum of the procedures widens, so are the likely complications. It is imperative for the discerning anaesthesiologists to be vigilant for the possible complications related to this technique.

Keywords

• Laparoscopic cholecystectomy ; CO 2 insufflation
• Pneumoperitoneum
• Pneumothorax.