scholarly journals Three port versus four port laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a prospective comparative clinical study

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. 3666
Author(s):  
Harish Chauhan ◽  
Jenish Kothiya ◽  
Jignesh Savsaviya

Background: Although, traditional laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed using four-port technique, various modifications were made to further enhance the advantages of laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Aim of the study is to compare the results of three-port and four-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy at single centre in terms of technical feasibility, safety of the procedure, operative time, intra-operative complications, postoperative pain and post-operative analgesia requirement.Methods: It was a prospective comparative study conducted in the department of surgery Smimer medical college Surat, India from July 2018 to July 2019. The study was performed on all adult patients with ultrasound documented cholelithiasis. The total number of patients studied was 50 which were divided into two groups of 25 each.Results: Demographic data were comparable for both study groups. Patients in the 3-port group had shorter mean operative time (47.3±29.8 min versus 60.8±32.3 min) for the 4-port group (p=0.04). Post-operative requirement of analgesia was less in 3 port group as compared to 4 port group. Pain visual analog scale (VAS) score, intra operative complications, post- operative complications and return to normal activity were significant in our study. Hospital stay and patient satisfaction were non- significant.Conclusions: The three-port technique is as safe as the standard four-port technique and can be a viable alternative to four port cholecystectomy with an advantage of less analgesic requirement, early post-operative ambulance, early oral feed, and better cosmetic results.

Author(s):  
Shams Ul Bari ◽  
Faheem Ul Islam ◽  
Ajaz A. Rather ◽  
Ajaz A. Malik

Background: Although, traditional laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed using four-port technique, various modifications were made to further enhance the advantages of laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Aim of the study is to compare the results of three-port and four-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy at single center in terms of technical feasibility, safety of the procedure, operative time, intra-operative complications, postoperative pain and post-operative analgesia requirementMethods: It was a  prospective comparative study conducted  in the department of surgery Skims Medical college Srinagar, India from July 2015 to March 2017. The study was performed on all adult patients with ultrasound documented cholelithiasis and gall bladder Polyposis. The total number of patients studied was 100 which were divided into two groups of 50 each.Results: The average operative time in three port group was 29.2 minutes (range, 15-37) compared to 30.66 minutes (range, 15-42) in four port group, which was statistically insignificant. The final visual analog scores for pain in the postoperative period was 2.30 vs 2.86 in three port and four port group respectively, with a P value=0.008, which was statistically significant.Conclusions: The three-port technique is as safe as the standard four-port technique and can be a viable alternative to four port cholecystectomy with an advantage of less pain and less analgesic requirement and better cosmetic results.


2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahesh Sharma ◽  
Kalpana Kharbuja ◽  
Nil Raj Sharma

Introduction: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been the gold standard in the treatment of gallstones since last decades. Beside several benefits of laparoscopic cholecystectomy compared with open surgery, postoperative pain is still a frequent melancholy.  Hence, pain management is utmost regarding patients' comfort. The main objective of the study was to compare the effect of intraperitoneal hydrocortisone plus bupivacaine with bupivacaine alone on pain relief following laparoscopic cholecystectomy.   Methods: A randomized study was conducted from December 2015 to August 2015 that included 100 patients aged 20 to 60 years of both genders who were found to have symptomatic gallstones and were scheduled for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy at Lumbini Medical College. Patients randomly received 100 mg hydrocortisone plus 100 mg bupivacaine in 200 ml normal saline (group A) or 100 mg bupivacaine in 200 ml normal saline (group B) into the peritoneum. Post-operative abdominal and shoulder pain were evaluated using Visual Analog Score (VAS). The patients were also followed up for postoperative analgesic requirements, and recovery variables. Data were collected, tabulated and analyzed statistically using SPSS version 19.   Results: Total number of patients in this study were 100. Age and gender among both groups were comparable. VAS scores for pain was significantly lower for group A as compared to group B at 0, 2, 4, 6, 12, and 24 hours. Time of oral intake in hrs for liquids and solids was statistically significant in Group A compared to Group B. Rescue analgesic requirement was also significantly low in Group A compared to Group B. Hospital stay in both group were comparable.   Conclusion: Combination of hydrocortisone plus bupivacaine can relieve pain after laparoscopic cholecystectomy better compared to bupivacaine alone when administered intraperitoneally.


2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 950
Author(s):  
Deepti M. Kotwani ◽  
Manish B. Kotwani ◽  
Beena Kamdar

Background: Pneumoperitoneum created during laparoscopy results in patho-physiologic changes, especially in the cardiovascular system. Clonidine diminishes stress response by reducing circulating catecholamines and hence increases perioperative circulatory stability in patients undergoing laparoscopic surgeries. This comparative clinical study was planned compare with controls the effects of oral clonidine premedication (150 micrograms) on the intraoperative haemodynamics during laparoscopic cholecystectomy.Methods: Sixty adult patients between 15-50 years, scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy under general anaesthesia were enrolled in the study. The patients were randomly assigned to two study groups of 30 patients each, Group CL: received oral clonidine (150 microgram) 90 minutes before induction of anaesthesia and Group C: received placebo. Anaesthetic technique was same for both the study groups. Hemodynamic variables (Heart rate, systolic (SBP), diastolic (DBP), mean arterial pressure (MAP), and EtCO2 were recorded at specific times - baseline; 90 minutes following study drug administration; induction of anaesthesia; 5 and 10 minutes following intubation; At skin incision; after creation of CO2 pneumoperitoneum and every 15 minutes thereafter till end of surgery; after desufflation; 5 minutes following extubation.Results: Patients in clonidine group had lower HR, SBP and DBP values as compared to control group at all points of time after giving the study drug (P <0.05). Percent change from baseline in HR and Blood pressure at different points of time was significantly high in control group than in clonidine group.Conclusions: Oral clonidine premedication (150 micrograms) is safe and provides perioperative hemodynamic stability in ASA I and II patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and hence can be recommended as a routine premedication for laparoscopic procedures.


2021 ◽  
pp. 039156032199360
Author(s):  
Saeed Alhindi ◽  
Mohamed Mubarak ◽  
Husain Alaradi

Objective: The transverse dorsal lumbotomy approach provides excellent exposure to the PUJ and causes minimal tissue damage. In this study, we assess the efficacy of dorsal lumbotomy in PUJ obstruction in children younger than 6 months. Methods: All children less than 6 months who were managed with the dorsal lumbotomy approach between 2009 and 2017 were reviewed prospectively. Data included: demographic data, pre/post-operative renal ultrasound scan with SFU grading and RDS, operative time, post-operative complications, and follow up results. Results: A total of 42 children with a mean age of 4.4 ± 1 months were included. On pre-operative RDS, all patients had an obstructive pattern and a SRF of 30.3 ± 9.3. The mean operative duration was 49 min and analgesia was minimal. Post-operative ultrasound at 6 months showed an improvement in hydronephrosis ( p < 0.05) and a mean SRF of 39.3 ± 6.1 ( p < 0.001). Conclusion: Transverse dorsal lumbotomy approach is a safe and efficient alternative in patients less than 6 month.


2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 103-110
Author(s):  
A.K. Prasath ◽  
Senthil Kumar ◽  
Mohanhariraj Angamuthammal ◽  
Agnes Evangleen

Introduction: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is considered minimally invasive, but pain following laparoscopy is moderate to severe, leading to increased morbidity and length of hospital stay. Various medications, including opioids, NSAIDs, and techniques like intraperitoneal local anesthetic infiltration, are used. In this study, we investigated interpleural block with bupivacaine for pain relief following laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Methods: A total of 60 patients were included in the study. 30 patients received 20 ml of 0.5% interpleural bupivacaine (group 1), and 30 patients recieved 20 ml of 0.9% normal saline (group 2). We recorded visual analog score (VAS), vital signs, and postoperative opioid requirements. Tramadol (2 mg/kg) was rescue medication if VAS ≥ 5. Results: Significant difference between study groups was recorded among VAS scores measured at 30 minutes, 1, 2, 6, 10, and 12 hours (p value < 0.05). The difference in VAS scores at 15 minutes and 14 hours between study groups was insignificant (p value > 0.05). The number of patients who received tramadol was 9 (30%) patients in group 1 and 29 (96.7%) patients in group 2. The difference in proportion for tramadol intake at 6 hours was significant among study groups (p-value < 0.05). Conclusion: Interpleural bupivacaine 20 ml of 0.5% used as analgesia reduces post-operative opioid requirement following laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Hence interpleural block can be safely used as a regional technique for pain relief following laparoscopic cholecystectomy.


Author(s):  
Ritvik Resutra ◽  
Neha Mahajan ◽  
Rajive Gupta

Background: 300 cases of cholelithiasis were operated by stitch less, clip less, three ports laparoscopic cholecystectomy at Maxx lyfe Hospital, near Bathindi morh, Sunjwan road, Jammu with effect from August 2017 to May 2019. The outcome measures in the form of safety of the technique, postoperative pain, need of postoperative analgesia, number of OT assistants needed, duration of hospital stay, recovery and return to routine work, cosmetic satisfaction of the patient were taken into consideration and were found to be better than in conventional four ports technique of laparoscopic cholecystectomy.Methods: In three port laparoscopic cholecystectomy, first 10 mm umbilical, second 5 mm subxyphoid and third 5 mm subcostal ports are used and telescope is passed into the peritoneal cavity through the umbilical port. Retraction of the gallbladder is done by the long grasping forceps through the 5 mm subcostal port, whereas dissection is accomplished through the subxyphoid port. The gallbladder is retrieved through the subxyphoid port.Results: Mean operative time was 40 minutes and mean duration of postoperative stay in the hospital was 18 hours. Days to return to normal activity was 4 days at an average.Conclusions: The 3-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy  technique is safe and has better outcomes in the form of less postoperative pain, less duration of hospital stay, early return to routine work and more cosmetic satisfaction as compared to the conventional 4-port technique, with no obvious increase in bile duct injuries and it can be a viable alternative in the field of minimally invasive surgery.


2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Michel ◽  
Helen Fifer ◽  
Emily Moran ◽  
Felix Hammett ◽  
Madara Kronberga ◽  
...  

Abstract Background The World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic on the 11th March 2020 regarding the COVID-19 infection. This has had a dramatic impact on both acute and elective hospital services that will take a considerable time to recover from. Initial emergency intercollegiate surgical guidance released in March 2020 raised concern regarding laparoscopic surgery and advised to pursue alternative non-surgical or radiological treatment options for the safety of patients and theatre teams. The aim of this study was to assess the safety of emergency laparoscopic cholecystectomy (ELC) for patients presenting to our centre with acute gallstone pathology during the pandemic. Methods Retrospective analysis of all cholecystectomies undertaken in the department during the first year of the pandemic from 11th March 2020 to 11th March 2021. This period encapsulated two recognised peaks of the pandemic in the United Kingdom. Demographic data, elective/emergency, operative time, postop ITU admissions due to COVID and COVID related mortality was collected. Operative numbers and times were compared with historical data (HD) from the previous five years over the same time frame. Results 399 laparoscopic cholecystectomies were performed during the first year of the pandemic which was less than the previous five-year average of 570 cholecystectomies per annum (30% reduction). 247 (61.9%) were performed as an emergency on patients presenting with acute gallstone pathology compared to 35% (HD) performed acutely on average historically. Average age was 56 yrs (16-88 range). Average operative time for ELC during the pandemic was 69 minutes compared to 78 minutes HD (NS). No patients were admitted to ITU with post-operative Covid infections and there were no 30 day post-operative deaths.       Conclusions We performed more ELC’s in the first year of the pandemic compared to the previous five-year average as we were conscious of the inevitable long waiting lists, we would certainly be faced with in the coming months. The Covid-19 pandemic was a global healthcare crisis and one the NHS had never encountered before. At the time there was no high-quality evidence on the safety of laparoscopy on patients presenting acutely. This study adds to the growing body of evidence that with consistent preoperative testing, PPE and appropriate patient flow pathways that emergency laparoscopic cholecystectomies are safe to perform in the current climate.


2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 136-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ravi Aggarwal ◽  
Jasmine Winter Beatty ◽  
James Kinross ◽  
Alexander von Roon ◽  
Ara Darzi ◽  
...  

Background. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been the gold standard treatment for symptomatic cholelithiasis for more than 3 decades. Robotic techniques are gaining traction in surgery, and recently, the Senhance™ robotic system was introduced. The system offers advantages over other robotic systems such as improved ergonomics, haptic feedback, eye tracking, and usability of standard laparoscopic trocars and reusable instruments. The Senhance was evaluated to understand the feasibility, benefits, and drawbacks of its use in cholecystectomy. Study Design. A prospectively maintained database of the first 20 patients undergoing cholecystectomy with the Senhance was reviewed at a single hospital. Data including operative time, console time, set up time, and adverse events were collected, with clinical outcome and operative time as primary outcome measures. A cohort of 20 patients having laparoscopic cholecystectomy performed by the same surgeon was used as a comparator group. Results. The 2 groups had comparable demographic data (age, sex, and body mass index). In the Senhance group, 19 of the 20 procedures (95%) were completed robotically. The median (interquartile range) total operating, docking, and console times were 86.5 (60.5-106.5), 11.5 (9-13), and 30.8 (23.5-35) minutes, respectively. In the laparoscopic group, the median (interquartile range) operating time was 31.5 (26-41) minutes. Postoperatively, only one patient had a surgical complication, namely a wound infection treated with antibiotics. Conclusion. Our results suggest that Senhance-assisted cholecystectomy is safe, feasible, and effective, but currently has longer operative times. Further prospective and randomized trials are required to determine whether this approach can offer any other benefits over other minimally invasive surgical techniques.


2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pejman Pourfakhr ◽  
Seyed Hashem Ziaei ◽  
Farhad Etezadi ◽  
Mohamadreza Sharifinia ◽  
Mohammad Reza Khajavi

Fentanyl-induced cough (FIC) is a known complication, and many studies have been conducted to prevent it. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Diphenhydramine as an antihistamine in suppressing of FIC during induction of anesthesia. In a prospective, double-blind, randomized controlled trial, a total of 100 patients, ASA Class I and II, scheduled for elective laparoscopy surgery were randomly assigned into two equally sized groups (n=50). Diphenhydramine diluted with distilled water as 10 mg/ml. Then, patients in Group D, received diphenhydramine 30 mg (3 ml) through peripheral IV line within 1 min and Group C received the same volume normal saline 0.9% as placebo. Two min later, fentanyl 2 µg/kg was administered through the peripheral IV line within 5 sec in all patients. The occurrence and intensity of cough within 2 min after the fentanyl injection were observed and recorded by a resident who was blinded to the study groups. The frequency of PONV, analgesic requirement in the recovery room and as a secondary outcome were recorded. The incidences of FIC were 47% in the control group, and there is no cough in the diphenhydramine group (P=0.02). The frequency of PONV was also reduced in diphenhydramine group (16% vs. 40%) and less number of patients in diphenhydramine group was needed to analgesia in the recovery room (60% vs. 82%). Our study determines that diphenhydramine (30 mg, IV) bolus injection 2 min before fentanyl injection can prevent FIC and PONV and also reduce analgesic requirement inthe recovery room. © 2019 Tehran University of Medical Sciences. All rights reserved. Acta Med Iran 2019;57(5):316-319.


2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret Ekstein ◽  
Avi A. Weinbroum ◽  
Jacob Ben-Chaim ◽  
Eyal Amar ◽  
Reut Schvartz ◽  
...  

Objectives: Penile surgery is commonly performed in pediatric surgical centers. There is no consensus regarding which analgesic method is most effective in controlling pain in these children.Methods: Consecutive children between 4 months and 16 years of age who underwent elective penile surgery were recruited. After inhaled induction of anesthesia, children were randomized to one of three methods of intraoperative analgesia: caudal block, IV fentanyl titrated to surgical response and spontaneous respiration, or dorsal penile nerve block (DPNB). All patients were given inhaled agents; fentanyl was added if either block was insufficient. Demographic data, analgesic use and pain scores were recorded by a blinded investigator in the PACU and ward. Pain scores, analgesic requirement, and recovery parameters of returning to normal activity level, eating, and voiding post-operatively for up to 4 days, were compared.Results: 116 children were recruited. Pain scores in the post anesthesia care unit were significantly lower in the DPNB and caudal block groups compared to the fentanyl group for the first 30 postoperative min. Pain scores and analgesic use were subsequently similar among the three groups for the rest of the study period. There was no statistical difference in time to eat, return to normal activity or in parental satisfaction scores among the groups. There was a trend toward earliest time to void in the DPNB group.Conclusions: Regional blocks most effectively controlled pain for 30 min after surgery. The choice of intra-operative analgesia protocol had no effect on later pain and recovery parameters.


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