Introduction:Laparoscopic surgery is still not generally applied in cases of colonic perforation. Faecal peritonitis may difficult the procedure and surgical teams are still reticent for the use of this approachPatients and methods:We present our experience with 3 cases of colonic perforation.The first case was a 78-year-old female with past history of diverticulitis in which perforation […]
Objective of the StudyColonic polyps found during colonoscopy are typically biopsied or removed using cold or hot snares. At times it is very difficult to remove these polyps because they may be large or flat, risking bowel perforation in the process. In addition, access to the polyp may be difficult due to adhesion from previous […]
INTRODUCTION: Laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair (LPEHR) has been shown to be both safe and efficacious. Compulsory operative steps include reduction of the stomach from the mediastinum, resection of the mediastinal hernia sac, ensuring an appropriate intra-abdominal esophageal length, and crural closure. The use of mesh materials in the repair of hiatal hernias remains controversial. Synthetic […]
Introduction:It is very well known that Ileostomy and Colostomy operations are associated with a very high rate of complications. These result in increased morbidity and mortality. It also increases the chances of litigation. It is important to understand what is causing the complication and what role the nature is playing in initiating the complication. Once […]
INTRODUCTION: Magnetic Anchoring and Guidance System (MAGS) instruments consist of an internal surgical device coupled across the abdominal wall and manipulated using an external handheld magnet. We have performed NOTES and laparoscopic procedures in porcine models using a prototype MAGS cautery dissector. The purpose of this study was to determine the suitability of the MAGS […]