Keyhole Surgery Quiz

When was the first keyhole surgery on humans performed?

• 1901

• 1930

• 1910

• 1920

What is a rigid endoscope primarily used for?

• To monitor vital signs

• To administer anesthesia

• To transmit light and images during surgery

• To perform open surgery

What gas is pumped into the abdomen during laparoscopy?

• Carbon dioxide

• Helium

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

What is the purpose of trocars in keyhole surgery?

• To provide anesthesia

• To cut tissue

• To maintain openings for instruments

• To inflate the abdomen

What type of endoscope is used for procedures through natural openings?

• Rigid endoscope

• Flexible endoscope

• Optical endoscope

• Robotic endoscope

What advantage does robotic surgery provide?

• Faster recovery times

• Reduced need for anesthesia

• Lower risk of infection

• More precise control of instruments

What is the primary function of the video camera in an endoscope?

• To illuminate the operation site

• To transmit images to a monitor

• To control the instruments

• To administer medication

What is the main benefit of using small incisions in keyhole surgery?

• More visibility for the surgeon

• Lower cost of surgery

• Easier access to organs

• Less pain and quicker recovery

What does the eyepiece of a rigid endoscope do?

• Holds surgical instruments

• Inflates the abdomen

• Relays images to the surgeon

• Transmits light

What is the role of the illumination fibers in an endoscope?

• To transmit images

• To provide light to the operation site

• To control the camera

• To maintain the trocar