[From diagnostic laparoscopy to laparoscopic surgery].

The analysis of 135 laparoscopic procedures since 1987 shows the possible indications of this new method. 77 cases were emergencies, mainly suspicion of acute appendicitis. 28 laparoscopic appendectomies were performed. Of the 58 elective operations 42 were laparoscopic cholecystectomies without complications. We believe that these minimally invasive procedures have many advantages compared to open surgery.