GYNAECOLOGY Laparoscopic Peritoneal Entry Preferences Among Canadian Gynaecologists

Objectives: To understand current laparoscopic entry practices among Canadian gynaecologists and to raise awareness of patient safety in accordance with the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada clinical practice guideline, “Laparoscopic Entry: A Review of Techniques, Technologies, and Complications, ” published in May 2007. Methods: A national survey was designed to determine different laparoscopic entry methods used by practising gynaecologists, to determine entry locations, and to gather information about mishaps. The survey was translated into French for francophone practitioners. In total, the survey was forwarded to 590 SOGC members. Results: Of 269 responses (a 45.6 % response rate), 224 responses were from obstetrician-gynaecologists who identified themselve