Question 179 · LEK · Other

Which of the following is introduced into the peritoneal cavity in order to produce pneumoperitoneum during the laparoscopic procedure?

  1. A. saline solution.
  2. B. carbon dioxide.
  3. C. oxygen.
  4. D. nitrogen.
  5. E. compressed air.
Hint

The gas must be non-flammable and dissolve quickly in blood so that an accidental embolism is less dangerous.

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