What should occur immediately after inserting a Veress needle?

After inserting a Veress needle, it is essential to connect the insufflation tubing. This step is critical as the purpose of the Veress needle is to create a pneumoperitoneum, which involves the introduction of carbon dioxide into the abdominal cavity to inflate it. Connecting the insufflation tubing allows for the delivery of carbon dioxide through the needle, facilitating the desired expansion of the peritoneal cavity to enhance visibility and access during laparoscopic procedures.

Steps that follow the insertion of the Veress needle typically emphasize confirming that the needle is correctly placed in the abdominal cavity and that there are no complications such as organ perforation. Once proper placement is confirmed, connecting the insufflation tubing to initiate carbon dioxide insufflation is the next logical and necessary step.

In contrast, placing a trocar would be done after ensuring adequate insufflation of the abdominal cavity. Providing a camera or verifying its white balance are tasks that become relevant later in the procedure, once the abdominal cavity has been adequately inflated and visualization is established.