Three-Port Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Novel Technical Modification

Area of Science:

• Bariatric surgery
• Minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Gastroenterology

Background:

• Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a common bariatric procedure.
• Current multiport techniques often use 4-6 ports plus a liver retractor.
• Single-port techniques offer advantages like reduced pain and improved cosmesis.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a novel, reproducible 3-port technique for laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
• To present an alternative to multiport sleeve gastrectomy that may mitigate its disadvantages.

Main Methods:

• A laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy was performed using a 3-port technique.
• The technique is described as easily reproducible.

Main Results:

• The 3-port technique was successfully implemented.
• This method does not compromise the integrity or effectiveness of the sleeve gastrectomy procedure.

Conclusions:

• A 3-port laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a viable and easily reproducible alternative.
• This technique may offer advantages over traditional multiport approaches, potentially reducing postoperative pain and improving cosmetic outcomes.