Laparoskopska resekcija jeter zaradi zasevkov raka debelega črevesa in danke – rezultati zdravljenja

Background: In many referral centers, laparoscopic liver resection (LLR) is a well-established method for the management of colorectal liver metastases (CLM). The aim of this study is to review a single institution experience.Methods: Between April 2008 and September 2016, 58 patients underwent LLR for various benign and malignant liver tumors. The analysis included 12 patients operated on for CLM. The primary outcomes of this prospective non-randomized study included operative procedure and operating time (minutes), estimated blood loss (mL), conversion rate, R0 resections, resection margins (mm), length of hospital stay (days), post-operative morbidity, and mortality. The secondary outcome of the study was survival analysis.Results: Eight patients (67 %) had atypical LLR. The average operating time was 130 minutes (range 60–210 minutes). The mean estimated blood loss was 140 mL (range < 50–600 mL). In one patient LLR was converted to open procedure (conversion rate 8 %). Seven patients (58 %) had one liver metastasis. The mean metastasis size was 3.6 cm (range 1–9 cm). R0 resection was achieved in all cases. The mean resection margin was 6.8 mm (range 2–15 mm). Te mean length of hospital stay was 6 days (range 3–12 days). Morbidity and mortality rates were 0 %. The median follow-up for surviving patients was 13 months. Nine patients are alive with no evidence of disease, two patients are alive with disease and one patient died of disease.Conclusion: LLR is a feasible and safe method for the treatment of CLM and there is no compromise of oncological surgical principles.

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Mini-open thoracoscopic-assisted spinal thoracotomy for traumatic injuries: A technical note

Surgical Neurology International ◽

10.25259/sni_435_2020 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 ◽

pp. 265

Author(s):

Vikas Tandon ◽

Abhinandan Reddy Mallepally ◽

Ashok Reddy Peddaballe ◽

Nandan Marathe ◽

Harvinder Singh Chhabra

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Neurological Status ◽

Technical Note ◽

Single Level ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Multiple Variables ◽

Mini Open

Background: Mini-open thoracoscopic-assisted thoracotomy (MOTA) has been introduced to mitigate disadvantages of conventional open anterior or conventional posterior only thoracoscopic procedures. Here, we evaluated the results of utilizing the MOTA technique to perform anterior decompression/fusion for 22 traumatic thoracic fractures. Methods: There were 22 patients with unstable thoracic burst fractures (TBF) who underwent surgery utilizing the MOTA thoracotomy technique. Multiple variables were studied including; the neurological status of the patient preoperatively/postoperatively, the level and type of fracture, associated injuries, operative time, estimated blood loss, chest tube drainage (intercostal drainage), length of hospital stay (LOS), and complication rate. Results: In 22 patients (averaging 35.5 years of age), T9 and T12 vertebral fractures were most frequently encountered. There were 20 patients who had single level and 2 patients who had two-level fractures warranting corpectomies. Average operating time and blood loss for single-level corpectomy were 91.5 ± 14.5 min and 311 ml and 150 ± 18.6 min and 550 ml for two levels, respectively. Mean hospital stay was 5 days. About 95.45% of cases showed fusion at latest follow-up. Average preoperative kyphotic angle corrected from 34.2 ± 3.5° to 20.5 ± 1.0° postoperatively with an average correction of 41.1% and correction loss of 2.4%. Conclusion: We concluded that utilization of the MOTA technique was safe and effective for providing decompression/fusion of traumatic TBF.

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Laparoscopic nephrectomy: Moroccan experience of 68 cases

African Journal of Urology ◽

10.1186/s12301-021-00175-5 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 27 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Abdoulazizi Bilgo ◽

Amine Saouli ◽

Tarik Karmouni ◽

Khalid El Khader ◽

Abdellatif Koutani ◽

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Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Intraoperative Complications ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Upper Urinary Tract ◽

Laparoscopic Nephrectomy ◽

Reliable Technique ◽

Average Hospital ◽

Estimated Blood Loss

Abstract Background The aim of this study was to analyze the feasibility and the safety of laparoscopic nephrectomy in the treatment of pathologies of the upper urinary tract through the experience of the Urology B department. Methods We have retrospectively and monocentrally selected patients who underwent laparoscopic nephrectomy from January 2017 to December 2019. The collection was carried out on archived files, based on demographic, clinical and perioperative data. The primary endpoint was the occurrence of complications and secondarily the length of the operation and the length of hospital stay. The statistical analysis was carried out using the SPSS software. Results A total of 68 patients were included in our series. The average age of our patients was 57.8 years. There was a slight female predominance: 39 female patients (57.4%) for 29 male patients (42.6%). Indications for nephrectomy were dominated by renal tumor (33.82%) followed by lithiasis (16.17%) and non-functioning kidney (16.17%) at the same rank. During the study period, 31 (45.6%) simple nephrectomy, 26 (38.2%) total nephrectomy, 1 (1.5%) partial nephrectomy and 10 (14.7%) nephroureterectomy were performed in our department. In our series, the average operating time was 180 min. Estimated blood loss averaged 321.8 ml with extremes of a few milliliter to 1100 ml. Intraoperative complications were reported in 10 (14.7%) patients; conversion was necessary in 6 cases (8.82%). The postoperative follow-up was straightforward in 53 (77.94%) patients with an average hospital stay of 3.6 days. The rate of postoperative complications according to Clavien–Dindo was 22.1%. Histological examination of the nephrectomies carried out in our department revealed mainly chronic non-specific pyelonephritis in 24 (35.3%) patients, followed by renal cell carcinoma in 23 (33.82%) patients and urothelial carcinoma in 9 (13.2%) patients. Conclusion Laparoscopic nephrectomy appears to be an efficient and reliable technique. This technique has led to a significant improvement in operative morbidity, mainly represented by the length of hospital stay, operating time and blood loss.

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Transperitoneal Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy: Assessment of the Surgical Learning Curve

ISRN Minimally Invasive Surgery ◽

10.1155/2013/936209 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 2013 ◽

pp. 1-7 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Lukas Meier ◽

Henryk Zulewski ◽

Daniel Oertli

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Learning Curve ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Maximum Diameter ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Loss Maximum

Background. We report a single surgeon’s experience of 52 transperitoneal laparoscopic adrenalectomies (LAs) performed between 2001 and 2010. In addition, we compared this series with our first published series of LAs performed between 1994 and 2001. Methods. Our series includes 24 left, 20 right, and 4 bilateral LAs performed in 48 patients. To estimate the learning curve, we chronologically divided the sample of unilateral LAs into two groups of 22 patients and compared the operating time, estimated blood loss, maximum diameter of the lesion, complications, and length of hospital stay. Results. Mean operating time was significantly lower (94 versus 78 min, ) and mean intraoperative blood loss was significantly lower (156 versus 60 mL, ) after more experience had been gained. Additionally, a trend towards removing larger lesions was observed. There was no significant difference in terms of hospital stay. Conclusions. Observing a single surgeon’s experience of nine years in laparoscopic adrenalectomy, this study indicates that it takes approximately 20–25 procedures to flatten the learning curve. Thus, for single centers with a volume of approximately five LAs performed per year, we suggest a selection of a few experienced surgeons to perform LAs in order to improve outcomes.

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Laparoscopic heminephrectomy for benign and malignant diseases of the horseshoe kidney

Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia ◽

10.4081/aiua.2016.4.255 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 88 (4) ◽

pp. 255 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Altug Tuncel ◽

Anil Erkan ◽

Mustafa Sofikerim ◽

Murat Arslan ◽

Yakup Kordan ◽

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Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Operating Time ◽

Horseshoe Kidney ◽

Malignant Diseases ◽

Ultrasonic Scalpel ◽

Clavien Classification ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Endoscopic Suture ◽

The Mean

Objectives: In the current study, we present our pure laparoscopic heminephrectomy experience in 13 patients with horseshoe kidney (HK). Material and Methods: A total of 13 patients with HK underwent pure laparoscopic heminephrectomy (Transperitoneal= 7, Retroperitoneal = 6) due to benign and malign renal conditions (non-functional hydronephrotic and/or infected kidney = 12, kidney mass = 1). Results: The mean age of the patients was 45.8 years. The mean operating time was 140 minutes, and estimated blood loss was 131 ml. The mean hospital stay was 2.3 days. Division of istmus was performed with stapler in 5 patients, ultrasonic scalpel in 3, 15 mm Hem-o-lok clip in 3, 10 mm LigaSure vessel seal system in one and endoscopic suture by 0 polyglactin in one patient without bleeding. Twelve patients underwent pure laparoscopic heminephrectomy due to nonfunctional hydronephrotic and or infected kidney. One patient underwent transperitoneal laparoscopic right heminephrectomy due to kidney mass. According to modifies Clavien classification, Grade I complication (wound infection) occurred in one patient (7.7%) who underwent heminephrectomy due to non-functional kidney. Conclusions: Laparoscopic heminephrectomy seems to be technically feasible and safe for benign and malignant diseases in patients with HK.

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Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Versus Abdominal Hysterectomy of Enlarged Uterus

Women Health Care and Issues ◽

10.31579/2642-9756/018 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 01-08

Author(s):

Bassem Islam

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Laparoscopic Group ◽

Laparoscopic Hysterectomy ◽

Total Abdominal Hysterectomy ◽

Abdominal Hysterectomy ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Significant Difference

This prospective interventional to assess feasibility of total laparoscopic hysterectomy (LH) for uteri weighing 280 gm or more. The study included 120 patients divided to 60 patient conducted total laparoscopic hysterectomies and 60 patients conduct total abdominal hysterectomy as standard method. Full history taking, gynecologic examination and ultrasound examination were done to all patients. The following data were collected from every patient in all groups: Age, BMI, uterine weight, Operative time, Estimated intraoperative blood loss, Preoperative hemoglobin and postoperative hemoglobin deficit 12 hours after surgery, intraoperative and Post-operative complications, Time to resumption of bowel movements to normal, Length of hospital stay. The most common indication among our patients was fibroid uterus while adenomyosis came second. All operations were performed by the same surgeons and using the same technique. We observe BMI is not considering as obstacle in laparoscopic group with advancement of anesthesia and sealing system. The mean operating time was slightly but not significally lower in laparoscopic hysterectomy with highly significant difference in the estimated blood loss in favor of laparoscopic group. The total incidence of intra-operative and postoperative complication of patient submitted to laparoscopic hysterectomy lower than conventional hysterectomy group but not statically significantly. There was significant difference in pain scoring, earlier bowel movement and hospital stay in the arm of laparoscopic group.

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Management of intended durotomy in minimally invasive intradural spine surgery

Journal of Neurosurgery Spine ◽

10.3171/2014.3.spine13719 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 21 (2) ◽

pp. 279-285 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Lee A. Tan ◽

Ippei Takagi ◽

David Straus ◽

John E. O'Toole

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Minimally Invasive ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Bed Rest ◽

Tubular Retractor ◽

Specific Patient ◽

Dural Closure ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

The Mean ◽

Operative Notes

Object Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has been increasingly used for the treatment of various intradural spinal pathologies in recent years. Although MIS techniques allow for successful treatment of intradural pathology, primary dural closure in MIS can be technically challenging due to a limited surgical corridor through the tubular retractor system. The authors describe their experience with 23 consecutive patients from a single institution who underwent MIS for intradural pathologies, along with a review of pertinent literature. Methods A retrospective review of a prospectively collected surgical database was performed to identify patients who underwent MIS for intradural spinal pathologies between November 2006 and July 2013. Patient demographics, preoperative records, operative notes, and postoperative records were reviewed. Primary outcomes include operative duration, estimated blood loss, length of bed rest, length of hospital stay, and postoperative complications, which were recorded prospectively. Results Twenty-three patients who had undergone MIS for intradural spinal pathologies during the study period were identified. Fifteen patients (65.2%) were female and 8 (34.8%) were male. The mean age at surgery was 54.4 years (range 30–74 years). Surgical pathologies included neoplastic (17 patients), congenital (3 patients), vascular (2 patients), and degenerative (1 patient). The most common spinal region treated was lumbar (11 patients), followed by thoracic (9 patients), cervical (2 patients), and sacral (1 patient). The mean operative time was 161.1 minutes, and the mean estimated blood loss was 107.2 ml. All patients were allowed full activity less than 24 hours after surgery. The median length of stay was 78.2 hours. Primary sutured dural closure was achieved using specialized MIS instruments with adjuvant fibrin sealant in all cases. The rate of postoperative headache, nausea, vomiting, and diplopia was 0%. No case of cutaneous CSF fistula or symptomatic pseudomeningocele was identified at follow-up, and no patient required revision surgery. Conclusions Primary dural closure with early mobilization is an effective strategy with excellent clinical outcomes in the use of MIS techniques for intradural spinal pathology. Prolonged bed rest after successful primary dural closure appears unnecessary, and the need for watertight dural closure should not prevent the use of MIS techniques in this specific patient population.

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Haemostatic devices in parotid surgery: a systematic review

The Journal of Laryngology & Otology ◽

10.1017/s0022215121001973 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-7

Author(s):

L Allen ◽

C MacKay ◽

M H Rigby ◽

J Trites ◽

S M Taylor

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Facial Nerve ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Outcome Measures ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Operative Blood Loss ◽

Parotid Surgery

Abstract Objective The Harmonic Scalpel and Ligasure (Covidien) devices are commonly used in head and neck surgery. Parotidectomy is a complex and intricate surgery that requires careful dissection of the facial nerve. This study aimed to compare surgical outcomes in parotidectomy using these haemostatic devices with traditional scalpel and cautery. Method A systematic review of the literature was performed with subsequent meta-analysis of seven studies that compared the use of haemostatic devices to traditional scalpel and cautery in parotidectomy. Outcome measures included: temporary facial paresis, operating time, intra-operative blood loss, post-operative drain output and length of hospital stay. Results A total of 7 studies representing 675 patients were identified: 372 patients were treated with haemostatic devices, and 303 patients were treated with scalpel and cautery. Statistically significant outcomes favouring the use of haemostatic devices included operating time, intra-operative blood loss and post-operative drain output. Outcome measures that did not favour either treatment included facial nerve paresis and length of hospital stay. Conclusion Overall, haemostatic devices were found to reduce operating time, intra-operative blood loss and post-operative drain output.

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One hundred consecutive endoscopic repairs of sagittal craniosynostosis: an evolution in care

Journal of Neurosurgery Pediatrics ◽

10.3171/2017.5.peds16674 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 20 (5) ◽

pp. 410-418 ◽

Cited By ~ 12

Author(s):

Dennis C. Nguyen ◽

Scott J. Farber ◽

Gary B. Skolnick ◽

Sybill D. Naidoo ◽

Matthew D. Smyth ◽

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Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Patient Care ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Successful Outcome ◽

Emissary Vein ◽

Sagittal Craniosynostosis ◽

Care Protocol ◽

Estimated Blood Loss ◽

Helmet Therapy ◽

The Mean

OBJECTIVEEndoscope-assisted repair of sagittal craniosynostosis was adopted at St. Louis Children’s Hospital in 2006. This study examines the first 100 cases and reviews the outcomes and evolution of patient care protocols at our institution.METHODSThe authors performed a retrospective chart review of the first 100 consecutive endoscopic repairs of sagittal craniosynostosis between 2006 and 2014. The data associated with length of hospital stay, blood loss, transfusion rates, operative times, cephalic indices (CIs), complications, and cranial remolding orthosis were reviewed. Measurements were taken from available preoperative and 1-year postoperative 3D reconstructed CT scans.RESULTSThe patients’ mean age at surgery was 3.3 ± 1.1 months. Of the 100 patients, 30 were female and 70 were male. The following perioperative data were noted. The mean operative time (± SD) was 77.1 ± 22.2 minutes, the mean estimated blood loss was 34.0 ± 34.8 ml, and the mean length of stay was 1.1 ± 0.4 days; 9% of patients required transfusions; and the mean pre- and postoperative CI values were 69.1 ± 3.8 and 77.7 ± 4.2, respectively. Conversion to open technique was required in 1 case due to presence of a large emissary vein that was difficult to control endoscopically. The mean duration of helmet therapy was 8.0 ± 2.9 months. Parietal osteotomies were eventually excluded from the procedure.CONCLUSIONSThe clinical outcomes and improvements in CI seen in our population are similar to those seen at other high-volume centers. Since the inception of endoscope-assisted repair at our institution, the patient care protocol has undergone several significant changes. We have been able to remove less cranium using our “narrow-vertex” suturectomy technique without affecting patient safety or outcome. Patient compliance with helmet therapy and collaborative care with the orthotists remain the most essential aspects of a successful outcome.

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Neurogenic claudication associated with posterior vertebral rim fractures in children

Journal of Neurosurgery Pediatrics ◽

10.3171/2012.5.peds1247 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 10 (3) ◽

pp. 241-245 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Jonathan G. Thomas ◽

Jerome Boatey ◽

Alison Brayton ◽

Andrew Jea

Keyword(s):

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay ◽

Signs And Symptoms ◽

Leg Pain ◽

Neurogenic Claudication ◽

Pediatric Age Group ◽

Fractures In Children ◽

The Mean

Object Outside of the patient population with achondroplasia, neurogenic claudication is rare in the pediatric age group. Neurogenic claudication associated with posterior vertebral rim fracture is even more uncommon but nonetheless causes pain and disability in affected children and adolescents. The purpose of this study was to describe the surgical results of 3 adolescents presenting with neurogenic claudication and posterior vertebral rim fracture when treated with laminectomy alone. Methods The medical and operative records of the 3 pediatric patients were retrospectively reviewed. Presenting signs and symptoms and CT findings, such as the interpedicular distances between T-12 and L-5, were obtained. Perioperative results were assessed, including operative time, blood loss, length of hospital stay, and complications. Findings at latest follow-up were also recorded, including a patient satisfaction survey. Results The 3 patients (1 girl and 2 boys) had a mean age of 14.7 years (range 14–15 years) and underwent follow-up for a mean of 11.3 months (range 5–18 months). Notable preoperative signs and symptoms included back pain (all patients), leg pain (all patients), leg numbness (1 patient), and leg weakness (1 patient). No patient presented with bowel and/or bladder dysfunction. The mean blood loss during laminectomy was 123 ml (range 20–300 ml), and the mean length of hospital stay was 4.3 days (range 3–6 days). On average, decompression was performed at 2.2 levels (range 2–2.5 levels). All 3 patients reported at most recent follow-up that they were “satisfied” with the surgery. There was 1 complication of instability from an iatrogenic pars fracture, which required reoperation and posterior instrumented fusion. Conclusions To the best of the authors' knowledge, this report represents the first surgical series of pediatric neurogenic claudication associated with posterior vertebral rim fractures. Pediatric neurosurgeons may infrequently encounter neurogenic claudication associated with a posterior vertebral rim fracture in children. To treat children with neurogenic claudication associated with posterior vertebral rim fractures, a simple laminectomy may be a safe and efficacious alternative to discectomy and removal of fracture fragments.

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Single Port Laparoscopic Liver Resection for Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Preliminary Report

International Journal of Hepatology ◽

10.4061/2011/579203 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 2011 ◽

pp. 1-4 ◽

Cited By ~ 16

Author(s):

Stephen Kin Yong Chang ◽

Maria Mayasari ◽

Iyer Shridhar Ganpathi ◽

Victor Lee Tswen Wen ◽

Krishnakumar Madhavan

Keyword(s):

Hepatocellular Carcinoma ◽

Laparoscopic Surgery ◽

Liver Resection ◽

Blood Loss ◽

Hospital Stay ◽

Laparoscopic Liver Resection ◽

Preliminary Report ◽

Single Port ◽

Operating Time ◽

Length Of Hospital Stay

Single port laparoscopic surgery is an emerging technique, now commonly used in cholecystectomy. The experience of using this technique in liver resection for hepatocellular carcinoma is described in a series of 3 cases with single port laparoscopic liver resection performed during 2010. All patients were male aged 61 to 70 years, with several comorbidities. There were no complications in this early series. The length of hospital stay was 3–5 days. The blood loss was 200–450 mL, with operating time between 142 and 171 minutes. We conclude that this technique is feasible and safe to perform in experienced centers.

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