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[Laparoscopic cholecystectomy by single trocar access(SITRACC) - a new option]
Marcus Vinicius Dantas de Campos Martins1, James Skinovsky, Djalma Ernesto Coelho
1Hospital da Cruz Vermelha - Filial do Paraná, Curitiba, PR. mvdantas@barralife.com.br
Revista Do Colegio Brasileiro De Cirurgioes
|January 16, 2010
Summary
Single Trocar Access Cholecystectomy is a feasible human procedure. This minimally invasive technique shows promise for future surgical advancements, benefiting patients with reduced complications.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Surgical Innovation
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
Context:
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy is a common surgical procedure.
- Existing techniques may have limitations in certain patient populations.
- Advancements in surgical instrumentation are crucial for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose:
- To introduce and evaluate a novel Single Trocar Access (SITRACC) system for performing Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy.
- To assess the feasibility and safety of this new approach in human subjects.
Summary:
- The first human Single Trocar Access Cholecystectomy was successfully performed in October 2008.
- The procedure utilized flexible instruments and a 5 mm optical device, following standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy steps.
- The operation took 64 minutes with no significant post-operative complications.
Impact:
- Single Trocar Access Cholecystectomy is demonstrated as a feasible and safe human surgical method.
- This technique offers potential for future minimally invasive procedures with improved instrumentation.
- It represents a valuable advancement in the surgical armamentarium for patient benefit.