[Weak evidence for the use of graduated elastic compression stockings by laparoscopic day surgery]. / Svag evidens for graduerede elastiske kompressionsstrømper ved laparoskopisk sammedagskirurgi.

Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are well-known complications after surgery. Despite the widespread use of graduated elastic compression stockings as a mechanical prophylaxis method against thromboembolic complications, data supporting their use for patients under-going laparoscopic surgery for benign conditions are sparse. In this paper, we address the evidence for the effectiveness of the stockings as a method of prophylaxis in laparoscopic day surgery.

[Strangulation of the small bowel due to a defect in the broad ligament]. / Tyndtarmsstrangulation i defekt i ligamentum latum uteri.

A defect in the broad ligament may be congenital or acquired. Due to such a defect, an internal hernia may develop. This usually involves the small bowel. We report a case of internal herniation of the small bowel due to a defect in the broad ligament diagnosed perioperatively. Computerized tomography is helpful in preoperative diagnosis of the condition and should be considered if the condition is suspected clinically. The defect should be closed surgically.