scholarly journals Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy in the Morbidly Obese Patient

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Yates ◽  
Ravi Munver ◽  
Ihor Sawczuk

Introduction. Obesity and prostate cancer are among the more common health issues affecting men in the United States.Methods. We retrospectively reviewed morbidly obese (BMI ≥ 40 kg/m2) patients undergoing RALP between 2004–2009 at our institution. Parameters including operative time, estimated blood loss, hospital stay, pathology, and complication rate were examined.Results. A total of 15 patients were included, with a mean BMI of 43 kg/m2. Mean preoperative PSA was 5.78 ng/dL, and Gleason score was 6.6. Mean operative time was 163 minutes, and mean estimated blood loss was 210 mL. The mean hospital stay was 1.3 days. Positive margins were noted in 2 (13%) patients, each with pT3 disease. There were no blood transfusions, open conversions, or Clavien Grade II or higher complications.Conclusions. In our experience, RALP is feasible in morbidly obese patients. We noted several challenges in this patient population which were overcome with modification of technique and experience.

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (6) ◽  
pp. 744-752
Author(s):  
Hailun Zhan ◽  
Chunping Huang ◽  
Tengcheng Li ◽  
Fei Yang ◽  
Jiarong Cai ◽  
...  

Objectives. The warm ischemia time (WIT) is key to successful laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN). The aim of this study was to perform a meta-analysis comparing the self-retaining barbed suture (SRBS) with a non-SRBS for parenchymal repair during LPN. Methods. A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library was performed up to March 2018. Inclusion criteria for this study were randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational comparative studies assessing the SRBS and non-SRBS for parenchymal repair during LPN. Outcomes of interest included WIT, complications, overall operative time, estimated blood loss, length of hospital stay, and change of renal function. Results. One RCT and 7 retrospective studies were identified, which included a total of 461 cases. Compared with the non-SRBS, use of the SRBS for parenchymal repair during LPN was associated with shorter WIT ( P < .00001), shorter overall operative time ( P < .00001), lower estimated blood loss ( P = .02), and better renal function preservation ( P = .001). There was no significant difference between the SRBS and non-SRBS with regard to complications ( P = .08) and length of hospital stay ( P = .25). Conclusions. The SRBS for parenchymal repair during LPN can significantly shorten the WIT and overall operative time, decrease blood loss, and preserve renal function.


2020 ◽  
pp. 000313482095149
Author(s):  
Hosam Shalaby ◽  
Mohamed Abdelgawad ◽  
Mahmoud Omar, MD ◽  
Ghassan Zora, MD ◽  
Saad Alawwad ◽  
...  

Objective Minimally invasive adrenalectomy is a challenging procedure in obese patients. Few recent studies have advocated against robot-assisted adrenalectomy, particularly in obese patients. This study aims to compare operative outcomes between the robotic and laparoscopic adrenalectomy, particularly in obese patients. Materials and Methods A retrospective analysis was performed on all consecutive patients undergoing adrenalectomy for benign disease by a single surgeon using either a laparoscopic or robotic approach. Adrenal surgeries for adrenal cancer were excluded. Demographics, operative time, length of hospital stays, estimated blood loss (EBL), and intraoperative and postoperative complications were evaluated. Patients were divided into 2 groups; obese and nonobese. A sub-analysis was performed comparing robotic and laparoscopic approaches in obese and nonobese patients. Results Out of 120, 55 (45.83%) were obese (body mass index ≥ 30 kg/m2). 14 (25.45%) of the obese patients underwent a laparoscopic approach, and 41 (74.55%) underwent a robotic approach. Operative times were longer in the obese vs. nonobese groups (173.30 ± 72.90 minutes and 148.20 ± 61.68 minutes, P = .04) and were associated with less EBL (53.77 ± 82.48 vs. 101.30 ± 122, P = .01). The robotic approach required a longer operative time when compared to the laparoscopic approach (187 ± 72.42 minutes vs. 126.60 ± 54.55 minutes, P = .0102) in the obese but was associated with less blood loss (29.02 ± 51.05 mL vs. 138.30 ± 112.20 mL, P < .01) and shorter hospital stay (1.73 ± 1.23 days vs. 3.17 ± 1.27 days, P < .001). Conclusion Robot-assisted adrenal surgery is safe in obese patients and appears to be longer; however, it provides improvements in postoperative outcomes, including EBL and shorter hospital stay.


BMC Surgery ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yunqiang Cai ◽  
He Cai ◽  
Bing Peng

Abstract Background Laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy (LPD) is gaining popularity in last decade. However, it is still technical challenging to perform LPD for patients with large periampullary tumors. Methods From January 2019 to January 2020, 13 cases of LPD were performed via anterior approach. Data were collected prospectively in terms of demographic characteristics (age, gender, body mass index, pathological diagnosis and tumor size), intra-operative variables (operative time, estimated blood loss, transfusion), and post-operative variables (time for oral intake, post-operative hospital stay, and complications). Results There were five male patients and eight female patients included in this study. The median age of these patients was 52.7 ± 14.5 years. The median size of tumors was 7.2 ± 2.9 cm. One patient converted to open surgery because of uncontrollable hemorrhage. The median operative time was 356 ± 47 min. The median estimated blood loss was 325 ± 216 ml. The mean post-operative hospital stay was 12.4 ± 1.9 days. One patient suffered from grade B pancreatic fistula. One patient suffered from delayed gastric emptying which was cured by conservative therapy. 90-day mortality was zero. Conclusions Laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy via anterior approach is safe and feasible for patients with large periampullary tumors. Its oncological benefit requires further investigation.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Youyi Lu ◽  
Qi Li ◽  
Lin Li ◽  
Hongtao Wang

Abstract Background:Even though many studies have reported comparisons of the lateral transperitoneal adrenalectomy (LTA)and posterior retroperitoneal adrenalectomy (PRA) approaches,the conclusions were inconsistent.This meta-analysis aims at a systematic assessment of LTA and PRA.Methods:We searched MEDLINE, Pubmed, and Embase database and finally obtained 19 studies published since January 2009.Systematic review was conducted based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses. RevMan 5.3(Cochrane Collaboration) was used for data analysis.Results:19 studies were included in the meta-analysis.The clinical characteristics of the 2 groups were similar(age, BMI, proportion of right sided, proportion of bilateral lesions,and previous abdominal surgery).There was slightly higher heterogeneity in proportion of male patients (OR 0.87, 95% CI 0.78 to 0.97, P = 0.01) and size of the tumor (MD 0.62, 95% CI 0.16 to 1.08, P = 0.008).The results confirmed that the PRA group was superior to LTA group regarding shorter operative time (MD 17.54, 95% CI 9.67 to 25.40, P < 0.0001),lower estimated blood loss (MD 37.75, 95% CI 18.08 to 57.41, P = 0.0002), shorter hospital stay (MD 1.19, 95% CI 0.76 to 1.63, P < 0.00001) and shorter time to first oral intake(MD 0.48, 95% CI 0.11 to 0.86, P =0.01).There were no statistically significant differences between LTA and PRA regarding overall complication(OR 1.37, 95% CI 0.96 to 1.97, P = 0.08),conversion to open laparotomy (OR 1.16, 95% CI 0.63 to 2.16, P = 0.63) or blood transfusion(OR 2.22, 95% CI 0.51 to 9.57, P = 0.28) .Conclusion:This meta-analysis suggests that PRA has more advantages over LTA,such as shorter operative time,lower estimated blood loss,shorter hospital stay and shorter time to first oral intake.And there were no statistically significance between LTA and PRA in terms of postoperative outcomes(total complications, conversion rates and blood transfusion).


2013 ◽  
Vol 79 (4) ◽  
pp. 407-413
Author(s):  
Guang-Tan Zhang ◽  
Xue-Dong Zhang

To evaluate the feasibility and safety of hand-assisted laparoscopic spleen-preserving total gas-trectomy for gastric cancer, we compared the operative outcomes between two methods for dissection of lymph nodes along the distal splenic artery (No. 11d) and at the splenic hilum (No. 10). Sixty-four patients with proximal or total gastric cancer operated on in our department from October 2009 to February 2012 were divided into two groups: the extracorporeal method group (EMG) and the intracorporeal method group (IMG). Operative time, estimated blood loss, number of lymph node retrieval, times of analgesic injection, time to the first flatus, and postoperative hospital stay were compared between the two groups. Estimated blood loss, times of analgesic injection, time to the first flatus, and postoperative hospital stay were equivalent between the two groups. The operative time was significantly shorter in the IMG than the EMG. There were no significant differences in tumor size, retrieved lymph nodes, American Joint Committee on Cancer/Union for International Cancer Control staging, or resection margins between the two groups. Hand-assisted laparoscopic spleen-preserving total gastrectomy is technically feasible and safe and allows for adequate lymphadenectomy.


2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 53
Author(s):  
John P Geisler ◽  
Kelly J Manahan

Objective: Robotic hysterectomies are becoming increasingly common in the United States. Although benefits exist, risks are also present. The purpose of this study was to see what percentage of women with migraine headaches had a post-operative exacerbation.Study design: Records were examined for the diagnosis of migraine headaches as well as post-operative diagnosis of a headache. Records were also examined for age, estimated blood loss, total skin to skin operative time and body mass index.Results: Surgeries and records for 100 women were examined. Only 6% of women complained of post-operative headaches. However, 45% of women with history of migraines complained of post-operative headaches (p <0.001). Age was the only significant factor with women having post-operative headaches being significantly younger (p = 0.009).Conclusion: Post-operative headaches were more common in women with a pre-operative history of migraine headaches than in those without a history. Patients with a history of migraines should be warned of this risk.


2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1052
Author(s):  
Paulina Szymczak ◽  
Magdalena Emilia Grzybowska ◽  
Sambor Sawicki ◽  
Dariusz Grzegorz Wydra

The study aimed to examine the learning curve and perioperative complications for laparoscopic pectopexy (LP). A total of 60 women with stage II–IV apical prolapse who underwent LP were dichotomized into groups: LSH(+) with concomitant laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy (LSH), LSH(−) after previous supracervical/total hysterectomy. Operative time, estimated blood loss and hospitalization length were evaluated with cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis and the Kwiatkowski–Phillips–Schmidt–Shin (KPSS) test, separately for two surgeons (A and B). Intraoperative and perioperative complications according to the Clavien–Dindo (C–D) classification were analyzed. Mean operative time, change in hemoglobin level, and postoperative hospital stay were 143.5 ± 23.1 min—1.5 ± 0.5g/dL and 2.5 ± 0.9 days, respectively. LSH during pectopexy was associated with longer operative time (p = 0.01) but not with higher intraoperative bleeding or prolonged hospital stay. Severe complications rate was low (1.7%) with one bowel injury in LSH(−) (C–D grade IIIb). No C–D grade II, IV and V complications were found. Conversion to open pectopexy, return to the operating room or blood transfusion were not required. The KPSS test showed that a steady operative time for Surgeon A was achieved after 28 procedures. A proficiency for laparoscopic pectopexy based on CUSUM analysis was observed after 38–40 procedures.


2005 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 521-528 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pete S. Batra ◽  
Martin J. Citardi ◽  
Sarah Worley ◽  
Joung Lee ◽  
Donald C. Lanza

Background Traditional craniofacial resection (tCFR) has been used successfully for resection of anterior skull base (ASB) tumors. Minimally invasive endoscopic resection (MIER) also has been used recently; this strategy facilitates superior visualization, avoids facial incisions, and preserves local structures. The goal of this study was to compare the outcome for these two approaches. Methods Retrospective chart analysis was conducted to identify patients undergoing resection of ASB tumors between January 1995 and January 2003. Demographic data, tumor characteristics, and the surgical approach used were determined. The mean operative time, estimated blood loss, hospital stay, and complications were analyzed. Recurrence and mortality rates were calculated. Results Nine patients were managed with the MIER approach, and 16 patients were treated with the traditional open approach. No significant difference was observed between groups on operative time, estimated blood loss, or hospital stay. Major complications were encountered in 2/9 (22%) and 7/16 (44%) patients in the MIER and tCFR groups, respectively. Recurrence was observed in 3/9 (33%) and 5/14 (36%) of the patients in the MIER and tCFR groups, respectively. Mortality rates in the MIER and tCFR groups were 0/9 (0%) and 4/15 (27%), respectively. Conclusion In this preliminary study, MIER of ASB neoplasia did not differ significantly from tCFR in operative time, estimated blood loss, hospital stay, or complication rate. Survival and recurrence rates were similar also. This early experience suggests that MIER is a viable alternative for the surgical management of ASB lesions in appropriately selected patients.


2015 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 444-450 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamdi G. Sukkarieh ◽  
Patrick W. Hitchon ◽  
Olatilewa Awe ◽  
Jennifer Noeller

OBJECT The authors sought to determine patient-related outcomes after minimally invasive surgical (MIS) lumbar intraspinal synovial cyst excision via a tubular working channel and a contralateral facet-sparing approach. METHODS All the patients with a symptomatic lumbar intraspinal synovial cyst who underwent surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics with an MIS excision via a contralateral approach were treated between July 2010 and August 2014. There was a total of 13 cases. Each patient was evaluated with preoperative neurological examinations, lumbar spine radiography, MRI, and visual analog scale (VAS) scores. The patients were evaluated postoperatively with neurological examinations and VAS and Macnab scores. The primary outcomes were improvement in VAS and Macnab scores. Secondary outcomes were average blood loss, hospital stay duration, and operative times. RESULTS There were 5 males and 8 females. The mean age was 66 years, and the mean body mass index was 28.5 kg/m2. Sixty-nine percent (9 of 13) of the cysts were at L4–5. Most patients had low-back pain and radicular pain, and one-third of them had Grade 1 spondylolisthesis. The mean (± SD) follow-up duration was 20.8 ± 16.9 months. The mean Macnab score was 3.4 ± 1.0, and the VAS score decreased from 7.8 preoperatively to 2.9 postoperatively. The mean operative time was 123 ± 30 minutes, with a mean estimated blood loss of 44 ± 29 ml. Hospital stay averaged 1.5 ± 0.7 days. There were no complications noted in this series. CONCLUSIONS The MIS excision of lumbar intraspinal synovial cysts via a contralateral approach offers excellent exposure to the cyst and spares the facet joint at the involved level, thus minimizing risk of instability, blood loss, operative time, and hospital stay. Prospective randomized trials with longer follow-up times and larger cohorts are needed to conclusively determine the superiority of the contralateral MIS approach over others, including open or ipsilateral minimally invasive surgery.


2013 ◽  
Vol 95 (4) ◽  
pp. 275-279 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Sharma ◽  
R Muir ◽  
R Johnston ◽  
E Carter ◽  
G Bowden ◽  
...  

Introduction Diabetes is a common co-morbidity of patients undergoing spinal surgery in the UK but there are no published studies from the UK, particularly with respect to length of hospital stay and complications. The aims of this study were to identify complications and length of hospital stay in patients with diabetes undergoing spinal surgery. Methods Data were collected retrospectively for 111 consecutive patients with diabetes (and 97 age and sex matched control patients, identified using computer records) who underwent spinal surgery between 2004 and 2010 in a single centre. The data collected included operative time, blood loss, details of surgery, Clavien complications and length of hospital stay. Results No significant differences were found by group in operative time, blood loss, instrumentation, use of graft or revision surgery. Overall complication rates were higher in the patients with diabetes than in the controls (28.8% vs 15.5%). The mean hospital stay was significantly longer for patients with diabetes than for control patients (4.6 vs 3.2 days, p<0.001). Conclusions This study identified a significantly higher Clavien grade I complication rate and length of hospital stay in patients with diabetes undergoing spinal surgery than control patients (p=0.02). This has resulted in a predictive model being generated. Of note, no infections were seen in patients with diabetes, suggesting that infection rates in this particular group of patients undergoing spinal surgery might not be as high as considered previously.


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