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Repeat Exploratory Laparotomy for Encapsulating Peritoneal Sclerosis

Joshua Ng-Kamstra, MD, MPH
Massachusetts General Hospital

1. Introduction

2. Reopening Laparotomy and Initial Takedown of Adhesions

3. Dissection and Excision of Capsule

4. Dissection of Area of Obstruction

5. Appendectomy

6. Final Exploration and Hemostasis

7. Closure

8. Post-op Remarks