Robotic Surgery for colonic resections has been the topic of multiple discussions regarding cost, procedure length, safety and efficacy over the past several years. Despite, awareness generated from this research there is a paucity of video data that addresses the proper setup involved for a successful colonic resection utilizing robotic technology. We describe a systematic […]
Introduction: The oncological adequacy and safety of major liver resections is still uncertain. The aim of this retrospective analysis was to compare intraoperative data with final pathology and short-term clinical outcome.Methods:Patients undergoing laparoscopic liver surgery were retrospectively analysed using our tumor registry. Surgical and postsurgical outcomes were compared with final pathology. The data were statistically […]
Introduction: Placenta Growth Factor (PlGF) is a key protein in the “angiogenic switch” in the pathologic setting that stimulates tumor growth via modulation of VEGF’s effects and via inhibition of apoptosis. Plasma VEGF levels are elevated for weeks after minimally invasive colorectal resection (MICR) and may encourage residual tumor to grow. The purpose of this […]
Introduction: With single incision laparoscopy becoming a viable alternative to conventional laparoscopy, many techniques are being developed for the accomplishment of familiar tasks. Bowel resection either for benign disease, or cancer, is a feasible outlet for single incision surgery. We present our experience with two techniques of bowel resection and intracorporeal anastomosis.Methods: Two patients, one […]
Back ground- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG) is suggested as a safe alternative in high risk, high BMI patients, it might be associated with higher leak rate when performed as definitive procedure over smaller bougies. Use of staple line reinforcement has been advocated to reduce risk of hemorrhage and decrease leak rate. There were reports of […]