Laparoscopy - pressure in the abdomen of children: (A) 2 - 6 mm Hg, (B) 8 - 12 mm Hg, (C) 14 - 18 mm Hg, (D) 20 - 24 mm Hg
Answer is B. Answer- B. 8 - 12 mm HgThe optimal intrabdominal pressure for laproscopy in children has been established to be between 8 - 12 mm Hg, with neonates tolerating lower pressures than elders.