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Abstract

Purpose of this study is to access the safety and efficacy of direct trocar insertion (DTI) for accessing the abdominal cavity for operative laparoscopy without prior pneumoperitoneum. DTI is one of the safe and effective alternative to veress needle insertion, open access (Hassan's technique) and visual entry systems (disposable optic trocars and endotip visual cannula) in laparoscopic surgery. METHODS: The study included 2480 patients who has undergone laparoscopic procedures at civil hospital, Jalandhar from Nov. 2003 to Sept. 2012 and at Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Jalandhar from Sept. 2012 to June 2014. Procedures include 2310 laparoscopic cholecystectomies, 148 laparoscopic appendectomies, 10 cases of TAPP Groin hernia repairs and 12 cases of simple ovarian cysts. For DTI, abdominal wall was lifted and trocar was pushed through the fascia and muscle layer. The surgeon felt click when the trocar had pierced the peritoneum and entered the abdominal cavity. RESULTS: Direct trocar insertion was feasible in 100% of patients. There was no evidence of intestinal or vascular injury during trocar placement. Peritoneal access and creation of laparoscopic workspace were attained faster and more efficiently by the DTI technique. CONCLUSIONS: DTI is a fast, safe and reliable alternative to traditional