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  • 1Giovanni Dapri, Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, European School of Laparoscopic Surgery, Saint-Pierre University Hospital, 1000 Brussels, Belgium.

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Single access laparoscopic surgery (SALS) and natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) offer cosmetic benefits and faster recovery. SALS is currently simpler and technically easier to perform than NOTES.

Area of Science:

  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Surgical innovation

Background:

  • Single access laparoscopic surgery (SALS) and natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) are emerging minimally invasive techniques.
  • Advancements in surgical instruments and endoscopes are driving their development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the clinical and industrial interest in SALS and NOTES.
  • To highlight the advantages and current technical feasibility of these approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent developments in laparoscopic instruments, access ports, and operative endoscopes.
  • Analysis of the benefits and technical challenges associated with SALS and NOTES.

Main Results:

  • Both SALS and NOTES provide cosmetic advantages, promote rapid patient recovery, and reduce the need for analgesics.
Keywords:
LaparoscopyNatural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgerySingle accessSingle incisionSingle portTransumbilical

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  • SALS is currently considered simpler and technically more accessible than NOTES.

    • Conclusions:

    • SALS and NOTES are complementary yet alternative minimally invasive surgical techniques.
    • SALS presents a more straightforward option compared to NOTES in current surgical practice.