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        <journal-title>Journal of Medical Insight</journal-title>
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      <article-id pub-id-type="publisher-id">300.6</article-id>
      <article-id pub-id-type="doi">10.24296/jomi/300.6</article-id>
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        <article-title>Laparoscopic Instruments</article-title>
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      <pub-date pub-type="ppub">
        <year>2024</year>
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      <volume>2024</volume>
      <issue>03</issue>
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        <copyright-statement>2017 Journal of Medical Insight</copyright-statement>
        <copyright-year>2017</copyright-year>
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        <p>This instructional video offers a detailed demonstration of laparoscopic instrument identification, assembly, disassembly, and functionality using a basic Karl Storz set. The video covers modular design components—insert, sheath, and handle—as well as instrument categories including dissectors, graspers, and electrosurgical tools. Emphasis is placed on matching handle types to intended use, confirming instrument function before use, and proper post-use cleaning procedures. This visual guide is intended for surgical technology students to support safe handling, troubleshooting, and sterilization of laparoscopic equipment.</p>
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