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  • 1Division of Urology, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA, USA.

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Laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgery offers a minimally invasive approach for pyeloplasty, potentially reducing recovery time and improving cosmetic outcomes. Further research will define its role in urologic surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Urologic Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Laparoscopic surgery has evolved towards even less invasive techniques.
  • Laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgery represents a novel advancement in minimally invasive procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of LESS pyeloplasty.
  • To explore the potential benefits of LESS surgery in pyeloplasty procedures.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing innovations in access sites, devices, instrumentation, and robotic assistance for single-site surgery.
  • Performing pyeloplasty through a single incision.

Main Results:

  • Published studies demonstrate the feasibility and efficacy of LESS pyeloplasty in pediatric and adult patients.
Keywords:
LESSlaparoscopypyeloplastysingle-site surgery

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  • Comparative studies have not yet shown objective advantages for LESS pyeloplasty over traditional methods.

    • Conclusions:

    • LESS pyeloplasty is a promising technique for pyeloplasty, particularly given its nonextirpative nature.
    • Further technological advancements and studies are necessary to establish the definitive role of LESS surgery in urologic procedures like pyeloplasty.