Laparoscopic trocar sites

What does "Laparoscopic trocar sites" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Laparoscopic trocar sites refer to the small incisions or cuts made on a patient's body during a laparoscopic surgery. A laparoscopic surgery is a type of minimally invasive procedure where a small camera and surgical tools are inserted through these cuts to perform the operation. The tool used to create these incisions is called a trocar. Therefore, laparoscopic trocar sites are essentially the locations on the body where these small cuts are made for the surgery.

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