[Purpose] In performing laparoscopic hysterectomy for uterine fibroids, the desired level of consistency has not been achieved in cases of intraligamentous fibroids because of the complicated techniques or concern for the complications. In this study, we investigated the surgical results of laparoscopic hysterectomy in our hospital for cases of intraligamentous fibroids.[Methods] Recently, we have devised […]
Recently, laparoscopy-assisted total gastrectomy (LATG) has been performed for the treatment of early proximal cancer. In LATG, there are technical difficulties of performing laparoscopic reconstruction, especially esophago-jejunostomy. On the purpose of decreasing the incidence of the anastomotic troubles, we have developed the Roux-en Y reconstruction using reversed rho-shaped side-to-side esophago-jejunostomy.Techniques Under laparoscopic techniques, the mobilization […]
INTRODUCTION: Severe obesity is associated with sedentary behavior, low fitness, and metabolic dysmetabolism. Exercise can improve strength, fitness, and metabolic health independent of weight loss in obese patients. Progressive Resistance Training (PRT) is particularly beneficial in modifying body composition, developing musculoskeletal strength, and improving metabolic health. To date, there has been no investigation that measures […]
Introduction: Interest in Laparo-Endoscopic Single-Site Surgery (LESS) is rapidly growing amongst surgeons. The purpose of this study was to characterize current surgeon impressions about LESS and to determine the relative difficulty of performing a simulated LESS task.Methods: This study was conducted at the 2009 SAGES Learning Center. Participants (n=56) were asked to complete pre-test and […]
Introduction: Cost effective delivery of high quality medical care is a focus of today’s economic climate. An excess of 900,000 laparoscopic cholecystectomies (LC) are performed annually in both the inpatient and ambulatory setting. The material costs of laparoscopic versus open procedures have been extensively studied. A portion of these costs includes disposable instruments and trocars. […]