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Single-port laparoscopic appendectomy during pregnancy.

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Single-port laparoscopic appendectomy (SP-LA) using Gelport access is a safe and effective minimally invasive option for acute appendicitis in pregnant women. This approach avoids complications and ensures healthy outcomes for both mother and baby.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Obstetric Surgery

Background:

  • Growing demand for minimally invasive surgical techniques.
  • Introduction of single-port laparoscopic surgery (SILS) across various surgical fields.
  • Need for safe and effective surgical options for acute appendicitis during pregnancy.

Observation:

  • Initial experience with single-port laparoscopic appendectomy (SP-LA) using Gelport access in two pregnant patients.
  • SP-LA was successfully performed without extending operation time.
  • No additional trocar insertions or conversion to conventional laparoscopy were required.

Findings:

  • Successful application of SP-LA using Gelport access in pregnant women with acute appendicitis.
  • Absence of intraoperative or postoperative complications related to the surgical approach.
  • Both patients maintained healthy pregnancies, with one delivering spontaneously at 39 weeks' gestation.

Implications:

  • SP-LA with Gelport access represents a viable, minimally invasive alternative to traditional laparoscopic appendectomy for pregnant patients.
  • This technique may reduce surgical trauma and recovery time in this specific patient population.
  • Further research can explore the broader application and long-term outcomes of SP-LA in obstetric surgery.