Incisional Hernia Risk after Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery

2012 ◽  
Vol 78 (8) ◽  
pp. 864-869 ◽  
Author(s):  
William S. Cobb ◽  
Alfredo M. Carbonell ◽  
Garrett M. Snipes ◽  
Brianna Knott ◽  
Viet Le ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Surgery ◽  
Incisional Hernia ◽  
Operative Time ◽  
Group Versus ◽  
True Incidence ◽  
Hernia Formation ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Laparoscopic Techniques ◽  
Mean Time

Hand-assisted laparoscopic surgery (HALS) bridges traditional open surgery and pure laparoscopy. The HALS technique provides the necessary site for organ retrieval, reduces operative time, and realizes the postoperative benefits of laparoscopic techniques. Although the reported rates of incisional hernia should be theoretically low, we sought to determine our incidence of hernia after HALS procedures. A retrospective review of all HALS procedures was performed from July 2006 to June 2011. All patients who developed postoperative incisional hernias at the hand port site were confirmed by imaging or examination findings. Patient factors were reviewed to determine any predictors of hernia formation. Over the 5 years, 405 patients undergoing HALS procedures were evaluated: colectomy (264), nephrectomy (107), splenectomy/pancreatectomy (18), and ostomy reversal (10). The overall incidence of incisional hernia was 10.6 per cent. There were three perioperative wound dehiscences. The mean body mass index was significantly higher in the hernia group versus the no hernia cohort (32.1 vs 29.2 kg/m2; P = 0.001). The hernia group also had a higher incidence of renal disease (18.6 vs 7.2%; P = 0.018). Mean time to hernia formation was 11.4 months (range, 1 to 57 months). Follow-up was greater than 12 months in 188 (46%) of patients, in which the rate of incisional hernia was 17 per cent. The rate of incisional hernia formation after hand-assisted laparoscopic procedures is higher than the reported literature. Because the mean time to hernia development is approximately 1 year, it is important to follow these patients to this end point to determine the true incidence of incisional hernia after hand-assisted laparoscopy.

scholarly journals Ultrasonography-Guided Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for the Treatment of Urolithiasis in Patients with Scoliosis

2012 ◽  
Vol 97 (2) ◽  
pp. 182-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hongyan Li ◽  
Zhuo Zhang ◽  
Hai Li ◽  
Yuanyuan Xing ◽  
Gang Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy ◽  
Operative Time ◽  
Single Session ◽  
Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Ultrasonographic Guidance ◽  
Mean Time ◽  
Treatment Of Urolithiasis

Abstract We examined the surgical outcomes of minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (MPCNL) in scoliotic patients with complicating urolithiasis. Two patients with scoliosis were hospitalized for MPNCL due to upper tract urolithiasis. Calyx puncture was performed in the prone position under ultrasonographic guidance. The renal access route was established using a set of 8F to 16F dilators, and a transpyelic ballistic lithotriptor was used to fragment the calculi. The stone burdens in the 2 patients were 410 mm2 and 500 mm2. The entire operative time was 40 to 70 minutes, and the mean time of establishing percutaneous access was 20 minutes. The calculi were completely removed by single-session pneumatic lithotripsy. The 2 patients recovered from MPCNL uneventfully, and the follow-up radiologic examinations identified no stone residual or recurrence. MPCNL is a minimally invasive modality that is effective and safe for the treatment of urolithiasis in patients with scoliosis.

Creation of the Miami Pouch During Laparoscopic-Assisted Pelvic Exenteration: The Initial Experience

2009 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 466-470 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gwénaël Ferron ◽  
Timothy Yong Kuei Lim ◽  
Christophe Pomel ◽  
Michel Soulie ◽  
Denis Querleu
Keyword(s):  
Operative Time ◽  
Pelvic Exenteration ◽  
Iliac Fossa ◽  
Initial Experience ◽  
Pelvic Malignancies ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Continent Diversion ◽  
Laparoscopic Assisted ◽  
Mean Time

Purpose:To describe the initial experience of laparoscopic hand-assisted Miami pouch in a group of patients undergoing pelvic exenterations for pelvic malignancies.Materials and Methods:Thirteen female patients underwent laparoscopic-assisted pelvic exenteration in our center between September 2000 and November 2007. Six of them had the Miami pouch created for urinary diversion. The continent diversion was created extracorporeally through a right iliac fossa minilaparotomy.Results:The mean total operative time for the laparoscopic-assisted exenteration and reconstruction was 382 minutes (range, 270-480 minutes), but specifically for the Miami pouch, it took a mean time of 106 minutes (range, 90-130 minutes). Four patients (66.7%) had postoperative urinary tract infection that resolved with antibiotics. One patient had a ureteral stenosis requiring stenting and one had a Miami pouch cutaneous fistula that required a fistulectomy. The mean follow-up was 23 months (range, 9-48 months). All patients were continent and were able to self-catheterize approximately 3 to 6 times/d.Conclusions:It is technically feasible to incorporate the creation of the Miami continent urinary pouch through a minilaparotomy during laparoscopic pelvic exenteration without compromising the benefits of laparoscopic surgery.

Comparison of Lymphedema Incidence Between 2 Lymphadenectomy Techniques in Patients With Uterine Cancer Undergoing Robotic Staging

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 160-165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gulden Menderes ◽  
Masoud Azodi ◽  
Peter Schwartz ◽  
Dan-Arin Silasi
Keyword(s):  
Lower Extremity ◽  
Operative Time ◽  
Uterine Cancer ◽  
Group Versus ◽  
Standard Technique ◽  
Pelvic Lymphadenectomy ◽  
Selective Lymphadenectomy ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference

ObjectiveThis study aimed to compare the incidence of lower extremity lymphedema in patients with uterine cancer after robotic staging using the following 2 methods: standard and selective pelvic lymphadenectomy.Materials and MethodsThree hundred forty-four consecutive patients who presented with endometrial cancer from March 2007 to October 2012 underwent robotic staging. Surgeon A performed standard pelvic lymphadenectomy and surgeon B performed selective lymphadenectomy. Selective pelvic lymphadenectomy spared the lateral chain of the external iliac lymph nodes (LNs). The incidence of lymphedema and staging adequacy between the 2 groups were analyzed.ResultsStandard pelvic lymphadenectomy was performed in 238/344 (69.2%) patients and selective pelvic lymphadenectomy was performed in 106/344 (30.8%) patients. Conversion to laparotomy occurred in 2/344 cases (0.6%). Mean age for 344 patients was 63.6 (10) years and body mass index was 34.8 (10.1) kg/m2. The mean operative time was 162.3 (54.6) minutes. Postoperative hospitalization was 1.62 (1.93) days. Histology included 80.8% endometrioid adenocarcinomas and 19.2% clear cell, serous, and carcinosarcomas. Mean pelvic LN counts for the standard and selective pelvic lymphadenectomy groups were 16 (8.6) and 15.5 (7.1), respectively (P = 0.31). Mean numbers of para-aortic LNs retrieved for the standard and selective lymphadenectomy groups were 3.1 (4.1) and 4.9 (4.5), respectively (P < 0.01).Median follow-up was 29.3 months (interquartile range, 15.6–43.1 months). The difference in the incidence of lower extremity lymphedema was statistically significant: 4.6% (11/238 patients) in the standard lymphadenectomy group versus 0.9% (1/106 patients) in the selective lymphadenectomy group (P = 0.03).ConclusionsWhen compared to the standard technique, selective pelvic lymphadenectomy with sparing of the lateral chain of the external iliac LNs is adequate and results in a lower incidence of lower extremity lymphedema.

LAPAROSCOPIC TRANS-ABDOMINAL PRE-PERITONEAL (TAPP) REPAIR FOR TREATMENT INGUINAL HERNIA DISEASE

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 76-80
Author(s):  
Thao Nguyen Minh ◽  
Vu Pham Anh ◽  
Tri Nguyen Huu ◽  
Phu Nguyen Doan Van ◽  
Phuc Nguyen Thanh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Inguinal Hernia ◽  
Operative Time ◽  
Bilateral Hernia ◽  
Repair Method ◽  
Tapp Repair ◽  
Post Operation ◽  
Average Operative Time ◽  
The Mean

Background: Inguinal hernia is one of the commonest surgical diseases and there are many different techniques applied. The laparoscopic trans-abdominal pre-peritoneal (TAPP) repair allows a better view of the inguinal anatomy, evaluation of opposite side and resolve combined peritoneal diseases as well. Patient and method: The study included 60 cases with inguinal hernia that have been treated by laparoscopic transabdominal pre-peritoneal (TAPP) repair. Method: Description, prospective follow-up. Result: The mean age was 58±18.2. 96.7% were males. The average operative time was 45.6±15.1 minutes for one side hernia, 73±25.2 minutes for bilateral hernia. 02 cases have been post-operation inguinal seroma complication (3.3%), 02 cases with hydrocele (3.3%), 01 case with abdominal seroma (1.7%). 04 cases (6.7%) opposite inguinal hernia were detected and 05 cases (8.3%) with combined diseases were resolved. Duration of post-operative stay was 3.9±1.1 days. Conclusion: TAPP is a safe and feasible procedure, allows evaluation of opposite side and resolve combined peritoneal diseases.

Vitamin D Level Stability in Dystrophinopathy Patients on Vitamin D Supplementation

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Naomi Vather-Wu ◽  
Matthew D. Krasowski ◽  
Katherine D. Mathews ◽  
Amal Shibli-Rahhal
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Retrospective Cohort ◽  
Vitamin D Supplementation ◽  
Hydroxyvitamin D ◽  
Frequent Monitoring ◽  
25 Hydroxyvitamin D ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Stable Maintenance ◽  
Mean Time

Background: Expert guidelines recommend annual monitoring of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD) and maintaining 25-OHD ≥30 ng/ml in patients with dystrophinopathies. Objective: We hypothesized that 25-OHD remains stable and requires less frequent monitoring in patients taking stable maintenance doses of vitamin D. Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study, using the electronic health record to identify 26 patients with dystrophinopathies with a baseline 25-OHD ≥30 ng/mL and at least one additional 25-OHD measurement. These patients had received a stable dose of vitamin D for ≥3 months prior to their baseline 25-OHD measurement and throughout follow-up. The main outcome measured was the mean duration time the subjects spent with a 25-OHD ≥30 ng/mL. Results: Only 19% of patients dropped their 25-OHD to <  30 ng/ml, with a mean time to drop of 33 months and a median nadir 25-OHD of 28 ng/mL. Conclusions: These results suggest that measurement of 25-OHD every 2–2.5 years may be sufficient in patients with a baseline 25-OHD ≥30 ng/mL and who are on a stable maintenance dose of vitamin D. Other patients may require more frequent assessments.

scholarly journals Modified Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Lengthening by Triple Hemisection for Achilles Tendon Contracture

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yangjing Lin ◽  
Jin Cao ◽  
Changgui Zhang ◽  
Liu Yang ◽  
Xiaojun Duan
Keyword(s):  
Achilles Tendon ◽  
Recurrence Rate ◽  
Operative Time ◽  
Achilles Tendon Rupture ◽  
Tendon Lengthening ◽  
Group A ◽  
Achilles Tendon Lengthening ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group B

Background. Both percutaneous Achilles tendon lengthening by triple hemisection and the traditional open Z-lengthening are effective methods for Achilles tendon contracture. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of this new therapeutic method, which is based on the percutaneous sliding technique with three hemi-cuts in the tendon, as compared with the traditional open Z-lengthening. Methods. Retrospective analysis of the Achilles tendon contracture cases in our hospital between January 2010 and September 2016 was conducted. Twenty-five cases received percutaneous Achilles tendon lengthening (group A), and 30 patients who underwent open Z-lengthening during the same period were in the control group (group B). Operative time and hospital stay were statistically analyzed. Incision complication, equinus recurrence rate and Achilles tendon rupture morbidity were recorded. The function was assessed by American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) score. All cases in group A received Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of ankle preoperatively and in the follow-ups. Results. The mean follow-up period was 42.04 months in group A and 61.7 months in group B. The entire operative time and the mean hospitalization days were lower in group A than in group B. No incision and infection complication occurred in group A. The infection rate in group B was 3.3%. Equinus recurrence rate was 4% in group A and the equinus recurrence rate in group B was 21.4%. In group A, the mean AOFAS score increased from 64 ± 10.16 points preoperatively to 96.08 ± 3.17 at final follow-up, while the score in group B increased from 63.48 ± 6.2 points to 85.4 ± 10.3. MRI showed continuity of the Achilles tendon and homogeneous signal in group A. Conclusion. Modified surgery can significantly reduce the risk of Achilles tendon rupture, provide better balance in soft tissue strength between ankle dorsiflexion and ankle plantarflexion, helping to avoid recurrence of the deformity.

Outcomes of a Cardiac Rehabilitation (CRH) Program after phase II: what about our patients almost 4 years later?

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
J Borrego Rodriguez ◽  
C Palacios Echevarren ◽  
S Prieto Gonzalez ◽  
JC Echarte Morales ◽  
R Bergel Garcia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phase Ii ◽  
Hospital Readmissions ◽  
Clinical Results ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Coronary Syndrome ◽  
Funding Sources ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Acute Cardiovascular Event ◽  
Mean Time

Abstract Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: None. INTRODUCTION CRH in patients with ischemic heart disease is recommended by the different clinical practice guidelines with an IA level of evidence, with an important role in reducing cardiovascular mortality and hospital readmissions during follow-up. OBJECTIVE The goal of this study is to show the 4-year clinical results of a population of patients who participated in an CRH program after an Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). METHODS Between May/2014 and September/2017, 221 patients who had recently presented an ACS completed the 12 weeks of phase II of the CRH program at our center. In May/2020 we collected epidemiological, clinical and echocardiographic information at the time of the acute cardiovascular event; and we evaluate the current vital status of the patients and the incidence of readmissions for: angina, HF, new ACS, or arrhythmic events. RESULTS Of the 221 patients, 182 were men (82%). The mean age of our population was 58.3 ± 7.8 years. 58% (129 patients) suffered from ST-elevation ACS. The mean time of hospital stay was 6.20 ± 2.9 days. An echocardiogram was performed at discharge, which showed an average LVEF of 56 ± 6%. Eight patients (4%) developed early Ventricular Fibrilation (VF) during the acute phase of ACS. Among the classic CVRF, smoking (79%) was the most prevalent, followed by dyslipidemia (53%) and hypertension (47%). The mean time from hospital discharge to the start of phase II RHC was 42 ± 16 days. The overall incidence of events was 9%: 10 patients suffered reinfarction during follow-up, and 7 were readmitted for unstable angina, all of whom underwent PCI; no patient was admitted for HF; and none of the 8 patients with early VF had a new tachyarrhythmia, registering a single admission for VT during follow-up. None of the patients had sustained ventricular tachyarrhythmias during exercise-training. At the mean 4.5-year follow-up, 218 patients were still alive (98%). CONCLUSION The incidence of CV events in the follow-up of our cohort was low, which can be explained by the fact that it is a young population, with an LVEF at low limits of normality at discharge, which is one of the most important predictors in the prognosis after an ischemic event. As an improvement, we must shorten the time until the start of phase II of the program. CRH shows once again its clinical benefit after an ACS, in consonance with the existing evidence. Abstract Figure. Outcomes of a CRH program.

scholarly journals Management of Vertical Sternal Fracture Nonunion in Elite-Level Athletes

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 232596712110108
Author(s):  
Andrea Bardos ◽  
Sanjeeve Sabhrawal ◽  
Graham Tytherleigh-Strong
Keyword(s):  
Ct Scan ◽  
Constant Score ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Sternal Fracture ◽  
Elite Level ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Mean Time ◽  
Time From Injury ◽  
Sternal Fractures

Background: Sternal fractures are rare, and they can be treated nonoperatively. Vertical sternal fractures have rarely been reported. Purpose: To describe the management and surgical treatment of a series of elite-level athletes who presented with symptomatic nonunions of a vertical sternal fracture. Study Design: Case series; Level of evidence, 4. Methods: Patients with an established symptomatic nonunion of a vertical sternal fracture, as diagnosed by computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), underwent open reduction and internal fixation using autologous bone graft and cannulated lag screws. The patients were assessed preoperatively and at the final follow-up using the Rockwood sternoclavicular joint (SCJ) score; Constant score; and shortened version of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (QuickDASH) scores. Bony union was confirmed on postoperative CT scan. Results: Five patients (4 men and 1 woman) were included; all were national- or international-level athletes (rugby, judo, show-jumping, and MotoGP). The mean age at surgery was 23.4 years (range, 19-27 years), the mean time from injury to referral was 13.6 months (range, 10-17 months), and the mean time from injury to surgery was 15.8 months (range, 11-20 months). The mean follow-up was 99.4 months (range, 25-168 months). There was a significant improvement after surgery in the mean Rockwood SCJ score (from 12.6 to 14.8 [ P < .05]), Constant score (from 84 to 96.4 [ P < .05]; 80% met the minimal clinically important difference [MCID] of 10.4 points), and QuickDASH (from 6.8 to 0.98 [ P < .05]; 0% met the MCID of 15.9 points). Four of the patients were able to return to sport at their preinjury level, and 1 patient retired for nonmedical reasons. All of the fractures had united on the postoperative CT scan. There were no postoperative complications. Conclusion: Vertical fractures of the sternum are very rare and tend to behave clinically like an avulsion fracture injury to the capsuloligamentous structure of the inferior SCJ. The requirement of advanced imaging to diagnose this injury means that the actual incidence and natural history are not known. For high-demand athletes, early identification, surgical reduction, and fixation are likely to achieve the best outcome.

scholarly journals Predictors of Incisional Hernia after Robotic Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Avinash Chennamsetty ◽  
Jason Hafron ◽  
Luke Edwards ◽  
Scott Pew ◽  
Behdod Poushanchi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Incisional Hernia ◽  
Operative Time ◽  
Patient Counseling ◽  
Incisional Hernias ◽  
Prostate Weight ◽  
History Of ◽  
Robotic Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

Introduction.To explore the long term incidence and predictors of incisional hernia in patients that had RARP.Methods.All patients who underwent RARP between 2003 and 2012 were mailed a survey reviewing hernia type, location, and repair.Results.Of 577 patients, 48 (8.3%) had a hernia at an incisional site (35 men had umbilical), diagnosed at (median) 1.2 years after RARP (mean follow-up of 5.05 years). No statistically significant differences were found in preoperative diabetes, smoking, pathological stage, age, intraoperative/postoperative complications, operative time, blood loss, BMI, and drain type between patients with and without incisional hernias. Incisional hernia patients had larger median prostate weight (45 versus 38 grams;P=0.001) and a higher proportion had prior laparoscopic cholecystectomy (12.5% (6/48) versus 4.6% (22/480);P=0.033). Overall, 4% (23/577) of patients underwent surgical repair of 24 incisional hernias, 22 umbilical and 2 other port site hernias.Conclusion.Incisional hernia is a known complication of RARP and may be associated with a larger prostate weight and history of prior laparoscopic cholecystectomy. There is concern about the underreporting of incisional hernia after RARP, as it is a complication often requiring surgical revision and is of significance for patient counseling before surgery.

Kinh nghiệm qua 126 bệnh nhân phẫu thuật nội soi cắt toàn bộ dạ dày điều trị ung thư dạ dày

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Van Huong Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Gastric Cancer ◽  
Lymph Nodes ◽  
Total Gastrectomy ◽  
Operative Time ◽  
Laparoscopic Total Gastrectomy ◽  
Oral Feeding ◽  
Linear Stapler ◽  
The Mean ◽  
End To End ◽  
Mean Time

TÓM TẮT Đặt vấn đề: Báo cáo kinh nghiệm về kỹ thuật phẫu thuật nội soi cắt toàn bộ dạ dày qua 126 bệnh nhân điều trị ung thư dạ dày tại Bệnh viện Hữu nghị Đa khoa Nghệ An. Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu mô tả hồi cứu, các bệnh nhân được phẫu thuật nội soi cắt toàn bộ dạ từ 2014 đến 05/2021. Kết quả: Có 126 bệnh nhân, tuổi trung bình 60,6 ± 11,1 tuổi. 15,9% ung thư 1/3 trên dạ dày và 81,7% là 1/3 giữa. Ung thư ở giai đoạn I, II, III là 19,0%, 49,2%, 31,7%. 71,4% PTNS hoàn toàn cắt TBDD và nối lưu thông tiêu hóa bằng máy cắt nối thẳng. 3,2% trường hợp có tai biến trong mổ và 2,4% có biến chứng sau mổ, không có trường hợp nào tử vong. Số hạch nạo vét được trung bình 22,06 ± 7,6 hạch, lượng máu mất trung bình là 32,14 ± 10,4 ml, thời gian phẫu thuật trung bình là 210,4 ± 34,3 phút, thời gian nằm viện trung bình là 8,3 ± 2,5 ngày và thời gian sống thêm toàn bộ sau mổ trung bình là 36,9 ± 2,25 tháng. Kết luận: PTNS cắt TBDD là kỹ thuật an toàn và hiệu quả trong điều trị UTDD, nối thực quản hỗng tràng bằng máy cắt nối thẳng không cắt thực quản và hỗng tràng trước là kỹ thuật an toàn, tiết kiệm. Từ khóa: Kỹ thuật phẫu thuật nội soi dạ dày, ung thư dạ dày. ABSTRACT EXPERIENCE IN 126 PATIENTS OF LAPAROSCOPIC TOTAL GASTRECTOMY FOR THE TREATMENT OF GASTRIC CANCER Background: The goal of this study was to report on the experience of laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG) in 126 patients with gastric cancer Materials and Methods: Retrospective descriptive study of 126 patients who underwent LTG for gastric cancer between 2014 and May 2021. Results: Mean age 60,6 ± 11,1; gastric cancer at stage I, II, III was 19,0%, 49,2%, 31,7% respectively. 71,4% patients underwent totally LTG and functional end-to-end esophagojejunostomy by linear stapler without previous resection of esophagus and jejunum. 3.2% of cases had complications during surgery and 2,4% of cases had complications after surgery. There was no postoperative deaths. The average number of dredged lymph nodes was 22.06 ± 7.6 lymph nodes. The mean blood loss was 32.14 ± 10.4 ml. The mean operative time was 210.4 ± 34.3 minutes. The mean time for beginning oral feeding was 4.4 ± 1.9 days. The mean hospital stay was 8.3 ± 2.5 days. The mean overall survival was 36.9 ± 2,25 months. Conclusions: LTG is a safe and effective technique for the treatment of gastric cancer. The technique functional end-to-end esophagojejunostomy by linear stapler without previous resection of esophagus and jejunum was safe and saving. Keywords: Technique of laparoscopic gastrectomy, gastric cancer

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document