A simple technique to avoid blockage of the suction system in laparoscopic procedures

A tonsil swab is inserted through a 10–12mm port and the suction tip is placed over the swab to get rid of any fluid. In such a technique, the swab will act as a barrier and the fluid can be sucked in all areas of the abdominal cavity without allowing omentum or fat to cause blockage of the suction tip (Fig 1).

Figure 1.

The area is dry after suction through the tonsil swab.