scholarly journals Simple and Reliable Method for Gastric Subepithelial Tumor Localization Using Endoscopic Tattooing before Totally Laparoscopic Resection

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 855
Author(s):  
Sheng-Fu Wang ◽  
Hao-Tsai Cheng ◽  
Jun-Te Hsu ◽  
Chi-Huan Wu ◽  
Chun-Wei Chen ◽  
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Background: Totally laparoscopic surgery for early gastric cancer and subepithelial tumors has been popularized worldwide, yet localization of early or small-sized tumors is a persistent challenge due to difficulty being identified with the lack of manual tactile sensation. Thus, accurate localization with tattooing before the surgery would help improve efficiency during surgery. There are multiple methods to localize tumors before laparoscopy, each with varying advantages and disadvantages. The use of endoscopic tattooing with dye has been carried out for several decades due to its safety, lower cost, and convenience. However, there is a lack of studies on endoscopic tattooing before totally laparoscopic resection. Aims: To evaluate the effect of endoscopic tattooing with dye for gastric subepithelial tumors localization before laparoscopic resection and to evaluate the tattooing effect on different locations of tumors in stomach. Method: We retrospectively collected data of patients with gastric subepithelial tumors who underwent endoscopic tattooing before totally laparoscopic resection from 2017 to 2020 in a university affiliated medical center. All patients were analyzed for preoperative characteristics and then categorized into two groups based on tumor locations concerning the difficulty of laparoscopic surgery. The independent t test and Chi-square test were performed to compare perioperative outcome and complications between these two groups. Result: A total of 19 patients were included retrospectively at our center. The individuals were 5 male and 14 female patients with a mean age of 58.2 years old. Most patients had no symptoms, and the tumors were found incidentally in 12 patients (63%). All tumors were identified clearly during laparoscopic resection. The mean tumor size was 2.3 cm. The surgeries took an average of 111 min and a mean of 7 mL blood loss was found. All tumors had negative resection margins with no recurrence during follow-up. Gastrointestinal stromal tumor was the major pathologic diagnosis, found in 12 patients (63%), followed by the leiomyoma in 5 patients (26%). Only three patients had mild adverse effects after surgery and the symptoms were self-limited. Our analysis found no significant difference in preoperative patient characteristics and perioperative outcomes between patients with differing tumor locations. Conclusion: This study is the first and largest report on endoscopic tattooing with dye before laparoscopic resection of gastric subepithelial tumor resection. Our results emphasize that endoscopic tattooing with dye is a safe and reliable method for localizing subepithelial tumors in the stomach prior to totally laparoscopic resection, with no correlation to where the tumor is located.

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
S Y Lim ◽  
R Wang ◽  
D J H Tan ◽  
Y H Chin ◽  
C H Ng ◽  
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Abstract Introduction With the global aging population, elderly patients are increasingly undergoing colorectal surgery. This study aims to evaluate postoperative outcomes in open (OS) and laparoscopic surgery (LS) for right hemicolectomy in elderly patients. Method We retrospectively reviewed patients aged 70 and above undergoing right hemicolectomy for malignancies at our institution. Additionally, Embase and Medline databases were reviewed, and comparative meta-analysis was conducted. Results 84 patients were included in our cohort (OS = 34; LS = 50). No significant difference in anastomotic leak (AL) (OS = 4; LS = 2; p = 0.176), surgical site infection (SSI) (OS = 4; LS = 2; p = 0.216), and ileus (OS = 10; LS = 16; p = 0.801) was observed. LS was associated with decreased postoperative stay (p = 0.001). Additionally, LS had faster return of bowel function (ROBF) (p = 0.068) and resumption of diet (p = 0.147), albeit without significance. Overall survival (p = 0.062), and disease-free survival (p = 0.067) did not significantly differ between LS and OS. Pooled analysis of 463 patients yielded no significant difference in AL (OR:1.15; 95%CI: 0.17-8.01; p = 0.89), SSI (OR:0.88; 95%CI: 0.44-1.76; p = 0.71), and ileus (OR:1.42; 95%CI: 0.69 – 2.92; p = 0.35). Postoperative stay (WMD:1.90 days; 95%CI: -1.81–5.61 days; p = 0.31), and ROBF (WMD:14.49 hours; 95%CI: -4.07–33.05 hours; p = 0.13) were shortened in LS, although without significance. Conclusions LS is associated with improved functional outcomes without an increased risk of postoperative morbidity or mortality.


2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 199-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaime Sampson Dávila ◽  
Dulce Momblán ◽  
Àngels Ginès ◽  
Cristina Sánchez-Montes ◽  
Isis Araujo ◽  
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Author(s):  
Satoe Fujiwara ◽  
Ruri Nishie ◽  
Shoko Ueda ◽  
Syunsuke Miyamoto ◽  
Shinichi Terada ◽  
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Abstract Background There is uncertainty surrounding the prognostic value of peritoneal cytology in low-risk endometrial cancer, especially in laparoscopic surgery. The objective of this retrospective study is to determine the prognostic significance of positive peritoneal cytology among patients with low-risk endometrial cancer and to compare it between laparoscopic surgery and conventional laparotomy. Methods From August 2008 to December 2019, all cases of pathologically confirmed stage IA grade 1 or 2 endometrial cancer were reviewed at Osaka Medical College. Statistical analyses used the Chi-square test and the Kaplan–Meier log rank. Results A total of 478 patients were identified: 438 with negative peritoneal cytology (232 who underwent laparotomy and 206 who undertook laparoscopic surgery) and 40 with positive peritoneal cytology (20 who underwent laparotomy and 20 who received laparoscopic surgery). Survival was significantly worse among patients with positive peritoneal cytology compared to patients with negative peritoneal cytology. However, there was no significant difference among patients with negative or positive peritoneal cytology between laparoscopic surgery and laparotomy. Conclusion This retrospective study suggests that, while peritoneal cytology is an independent risk factor in patients with low-risk endometrial cancer, laparoscopic surgery does not influence the survival outcome when compared to laparotomy.


BMC Surgery ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yunjin Wang ◽  
Liu Chen ◽  
Xu Cui ◽  
Chaoming Zhou ◽  
Qing Zhou ◽  
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Abstract Background The purpose of this study was to investigate the clinical effect of minimally invasive surgery for inguinal cryptorchidism. Methods The patients were divided into the minimally invasive surgery group (n = 100) and the traditional surgery group (n = 58). In the minimally invasive surgery group, patients with low inguinal cryptorchidism (n = 54) underwent surgery with a transscrotal incision, and patients with high inguinal cryptorchidism (n = 46) underwent laparoscopic surgery. Results There was no difference in the hospital stay duration or cost between the minimally invasive surgery group and the traditional surgery group (P > 0.05). As for the operative time, minimally invasive surgery of low inguinal cryptorchidism was shorter than traditional surgery (P = 0.033), while minimally invasive surgery of high inguinal cryptorchidism was comparable to traditional surgery (P = 0.658). Additionally, there were no cases of testicular atrophy, testicular retraction, inguinal hernia or hydrocele in either group. There was no significant difference in the incidence of poor wound healing between the two groups (P > 0.05). Although there was no significant difference in the incidence of scrotal hematoma between the two groups (P > 0.05), the incidence in the minimally invasive surgery group was higher than that in the traditional surgery group. Conclusions Minimally invasive surgery including a transscrotal incision for low inguinal cryptorchidism and laparoscopic surgery for high inguinal cryptorchidism is as safe and effective as traditional surgery, and could also provide a good cosmetic effect for children.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Toshio Shiraishi ◽  
Tetsuro Tominaga ◽  
Takashi Nonaka ◽  
Kiyoaki Hamada ◽  
Masato Araki ◽  
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AbstractSingle-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) has the potential to improve perioperative outcomes, including less postoperative pain, shorter operation time, less blood loss, and shorter hospital stay. However, SILS is technically difficult and needs a longer learning curve. Between April 2016 and September 2019, a total of 198 patients with clinical stage I/II right colon cancer underwent curative resection. In the case of the SILS approach, an organ retractor was usually used to overcome SILS-specific restrictions. The patients were divided into two groups by surgical approach: the SILS with organ retractor group (SILS-O, n = 33) and the conventional laparoscopic surgery group (LAC, n = 165). Clinical T status was significantly higher in the LAC group (p = 0.016). Operation time was shorter and blood loss was lower in the SILS-O group compared to the LAC group (117 vs. 197 min, p = 0.027; 10 vs. 25 mL, p = 0.024, respectively). In the SILS-O group, surgical outcomes including operation time, blood loss, number of retrieved lymph nodes, and postoperative complications were not significantly different between those performed by experts and by non-experts. Longer operation time (p = 0.041) was significantly associated with complications on univariate and multivariate analyses (odds ratio 2.514, 95%CI 1.047–6.035, p = 0.039). SILS-O was safe and feasible for right colon cancer. There is a potential to shorten the learning curve of SILS using an organ retractor.


2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amr A. Faddan ◽  
Mahmoud M. Shalaby ◽  
Mohamed Gadelmoula ◽  
Younis Alshamsi ◽  
Daniar K. Osmonov ◽  
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Abstract Background The standard surgical treatment of localized prostate cancer (PCa) has been rapidly changed along the last two decades from open to laparoscopic and finally robot-assisted techniques. Herein, we compare the three procedures for radical prostatectomy (RP), namely radical retropubic (RRP), laparoscopic (LRP), and robot-assisted laparoscopic (RALRP) regarding the perioperative clinical outcome and complication rate in four academic institutions. Methods A total of 394 patients underwent RP between January 2016 and December 2018 in four academic institutions; their records were reviewed. We recorded the patient age, BMI, PSA level, Gleason score and TNM stage, type of surgery, the pathological data from the surgical specimen, the perioperative complications, unplanned reoperating, and readmission rates within 3 months postoperatively. Statistical significance was set at (P < 0.05). All reported P values are two-sided. Results A total of 123 patients underwent RALRP, 220 patients underwent RRP, and 51 underwent LRP. There was no statistically significant difference between the three groups regarding age, BMI, prostatic volume, and preoperative PSA. However, there were statistically significant differences between them regarding the operating time (P < .0001), catheterization period (P < .001), hospital stay (P < .0001), and overall complications rate (P = .023). Conclusions The minimally invasive procedures (RALRP and LRP) are followed by a significantly lower complication rate. However, the patients’ factors and surgical experience likely impact perioperative outcomes and complications.


2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Felix G. E. Dyrna ◽  
Daniel M. Avery ◽  
Ryu Yoshida ◽  
David Lam ◽  
Simon Oeckenpöhler ◽  
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Abstract Background Metacarpal shaft fractures are common and can be treated nonoperatively. Shortening, angulation, and rotational deformity are indications for surgical treatment. Various forms of treatment with advantages and disadvantages have been documented. The purpose of the study was to determine the stability of fracture fixation with intramedullary headless compression screws in two types of metacarpal shaft fractures and compare them to other common forms of rigid fixation: dorsal plating and lag screw fixation. It was hypothesized that headless compression screws would demonstrate a biomechanical stronger construct. Methods Five matched paired hands (age 60.9 ± 4.6 years), utilizing non-thumb metacarpals, were used for comparative fixation in two fracture types created by an osteotomy. In transverse diaphyseal fractures, fixation by headless compression screws (n = 7) and plating (n = 8) were compared. In long oblique diaphyseal fractures, headless compression screws (n = 8) were compared with plating (n = 8) and lag screws (n = 7). Testing was performed using an MTS frame producing an apex dorsal, three point bending force. Peak load to failure and stiffness were calculated from the load-displacement curve generated. Results For transverse fractures, headless compression screws had a significantly higher stiffness and peak load to failure, means 249.4 N/mm and 584.8 N, than plates, means 129.02 N/mm and 303.9 N (both p < 0.001). For long oblique fractures, stiffness and peak load to failure for headless compression screws were means 209 N/mm and 758.4 N, for plates 258.7 N/mm and 518.5 N, and for lag screws 172.18 N/mm and 234.11 N. There was significance in peak load to failure for headless compression screws vs plates (p = 0.023), headless compression screws vs lag screws (p < 0.001), and plates vs lag screws (p = 0.009). There was no significant difference in stiffness between groups. Conclusion Intramedullary fixation of diaphyseal metacarpal fractures with a headless compression screw provides excellent biomechanical stability. Coupled with lower risks for adverse effects, headless compression screws may be a preferable option for those requiring rapid return to sport or work. Level of evidence Basic Science Study, Biomechanics.


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