Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 1, 2026
08:26
Clinical Application of Single-Surgeon, Three-Port, Laparoscopic Resection for Colorectal Cancer with Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction
Published on: March 24, 2023
[Snake charmer NOTES-proctocolectomy in a male patient]
Summary
The novel snake charmer NOTES technique reduces abdominal access points for complex surgeries. This first case demonstrates its use in total proctocolectomy with ileoanal pouch formation.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Innovation
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Traditional abdominal surgeries often require multiple incisions due to limited triangulation and organ manipulation.
- Past interventions necessitated additional access sites for adequate intraoperative control and visualization.
Observation:
- The snake charmer NOTES (Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery) technique was developed to consolidate surgical access.
- This technique aims to reduce the number of required access points, primarily utilizing the umbilicus and rectum.
Findings:
- This report details the first successful application of a hybrid NOTES technique for total proctocolectomy with ileoanal pouch formation.
- The procedure was performed in a male patient, showcasing the feasibility of this approach for extensive abdominal interventions.
Implications:
- The snake charmer NOTES technique offers a promising advancement in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery.
- This approach could potentially minimize patient trauma and improve recovery outcomes for complex procedures like proctocolectomy.
