Laparoscopic management of intestinal obstruction.

Laparoscopic adhesiolysis is a valuable tool for the surgeon performing complex minimally invasive procedures. It can be used for the management of intestinal obstruction and chronic abdominal pain syndromes. It is also an essential skill when performing laparoscopic surgery on patients who had prior abdominal operations. The use of laparoscopy for patients with an intestinal obstruction was once considered an absolute contraindication. With the advancement in optics and increasing experience, more and more surgeons are turning to laparoscopy as a useful diagnostic and therapeutic tool in more complex situations.