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Introduction to abdominal surgery

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Abdominal surgery remains integral to modern gynaecological practice. All trainees must have an understanding of the principles and practice of open surgery for the most commonly encountered indications.

Learning objectives

When you have completed this tutorial you will be:

  • make the correct choice of incision appropriate to the clinical situation
  • open and close these incisions effectively
  • understand the principles involved in performing the most common abdominal procedures in gynaecology

Last updated: 04/05/10 ( tutorial reviewed and updated by Dr Wendy Noble)

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