A simple technique of inserting an intra-abdominal drain in laparoscopic surgery.

OBJECTIVES We describe a simple technique for introducing any size of intra-abdominal drain in laparoscopy through a 3-5 mm port site without any of the drawbacks of other techniques practiced. METHODS Setting is usually of a conventional laparoscopic surgery with various ports positioned depending on the procedure performed. At the end of theprocedure a 5 mm port site cannula is usually chosen to 'pull in' an intra-abdominal drain by railroading, under vision. RESULTS Railroading method of insertion of intra-abdominal drain in laparoscopy is always successful with no failure rate and no associated complications. CONCLUSION When indicated, this is the simplest method of inserting an intra-abdominal drain after laparoscopic surgery.