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The role of endoscopic surgery in paediatric oncological diseases
1Chirurgia Pediatrica, Università degli Studi di Bologna, Via Massarenti, 11, 40138 Bologna, Italia.
Insights
Endoscopic surgery offers a valuable approach for diagnosing and treating pediatric oncological diseases. This minimally invasive technique demonstrates utility and accuracy in managing childhood cancers.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Surgical Innovation
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Advancements in video imaging and instrumentation have increased endoscopic surgery adoption.
- Endoscopic procedures are increasingly utilized for both diagnostic and operative interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility and diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic surgery in pediatric oncology.
- To review institutional experience with endoscopic surgical management of childhood cancers.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 38 pediatric patients with oncological diseases treated since 1995.
- Procedures included laparoscopy (22), thoracoscopy (14), combined laparoscopy/thoracoscopy (1), and retroperitoneoscopy (1).
Main Results:
- Endoscopic surgery was employed for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in pediatric cancer patients.
- The study assessed the effectiveness of various endoscopic techniques in this cohort.
Conclusions:
- Endoscopic surgery is indicated for the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric oncological conditions.
- The findings support the role of minimally invasive endoscopic approaches in managing childhood cancers.
Abstract:
Recent improvements in video imaging and instrumentation have encouraged a wider use of endoscopic surgery as a modality for diagnostic and operative procedures. To asses the utility and diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic surgery in children with oncological diseases, we reviewed our experience about thirty-eight patients affected by oncological diseases, referred to our Department since 1995. We performed laparoscopy in 22 cases, thoracoscopy in 14, 1 combinated procedure (laparoscopy + thoracoscopy) and retroperitoneoscopy in 1 case. Endoscopic surgery is indicated in cases of paediatric oncological diseases both for diagnosis and treatment.