TH8.2 Trans-umbilical versus peri-umbilical incision for general laparoscopic surgery

Abstract Aims The aim of this study was to determine whether a trans-umbilical or peri-umbilical incision is better route for the initial umbilical trocar in general laparoscopic surgery terms post-operative pain, risk surgical site infection (SSI), complications and scar cosmesis. Methods This prospective 128 patients who underwent 97 had during between January 2020 July 2021. Demographic data type were obtained from operation note. Following procedure each patient contacted via telephone asked questions regarding, SSI, cosmetic satisfaction. Results Of within group, 57.8% female with mean age 44.4 years BMI 26.6 kg/m2. Whereas, group 62.9% 50 29.8 Kg/m2. most common performed cholecystectomy both groups. experienced less pain than expected p=0.03, p=0.009 cosmesis satisfaction p=0.001. There no statistically significant difference rate SSI p=0.73. Conclusion peritoneal access recommended due lower reduced complication rates increased regards