FLS Exam 2025-2026 Questions and
Answers
What are the 3 components of laparoscopic surgery?
small incisions (~1-3 cm)
use of a camera (hallmark!)
insufflation (pump in CO2 for better view)
Benefits of Laparoscopic Surg? (3)
shorter recovery and LOS
less bleeding
less pain
Disadvantages of Laparoscopic Surg? (3)
, longer operative time theoretically
more expensive
varying skill level
Access Points
Incision Points with a Trocar port
Where is the first incision point usually made?
1 cm long around umbilicus
What is a trocar?
a plastic port that is used to provide protection of the abdominal
wall when the instruments are inserted
Answers
What are the 3 components of laparoscopic surgery?
small incisions (~1-3 cm)
use of a camera (hallmark!)
insufflation (pump in CO2 for better view)
Benefits of Laparoscopic Surg? (3)
shorter recovery and LOS
less bleeding
less pain
Disadvantages of Laparoscopic Surg? (3)
, longer operative time theoretically
more expensive
varying skill level
Access Points
Incision Points with a Trocar port
Where is the first incision point usually made?
1 cm long around umbilicus
What is a trocar?
a plastic port that is used to provide protection of the abdominal
wall when the instruments are inserted
