Related Experiment Video
Updated: Dec 22, 2025
14:45
Technical Detail for Robot Assisted Pancreaticoduodenectomy
Published on: September 28, 2019
15.2K
The Effect of Technical Problems on the Operation Process in Pediatric Laparoscopy
Mehmet Özgür Kuzdan1, Reyhan Alim1, Birgül Karaaslan1
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
Sisli Etfal Hastanesi Tip Bulteni
|May 8, 2020
Summary
Technical issues in pediatric laparoscopic surgery, including instrument and device failures, prolong operations and necessitate open surgery conversion. Reporting these problems is crucial for developing preventive strategies.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Laparoscopic surgery offers benefits for pediatric patients.
- Technical challenges can arise during pediatric laparoscopic procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify technical problems in pediatric laparoscopic surgery.
- To evaluate the outcomes associated with these technical issues.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 30 pediatric laparoscopic operations.
- Data collected from November 2012 to December 2017.
Main Results:
- Common procedures included appendectomies and cholecystectomies.
- Technical problems stemmed from instrument failure (10 cases), human error (8 cases), and device issues (12 cases).
- Five patients required conversion to open surgery due to technical difficulties.
Conclusions:
- Technical problems in pediatric laparoscopy lead to longer operative times and increased conversion rates.
- Systematic registration and reporting of these issues are essential for implementing preventive measures.
Related Concept Videos
01:26Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy
410
Sigmoidoscopy and laparoscopy are distinct medical procedures that enable physicians to internally inspect different parts of the GI tract. Although they serve different purposes, each is essential for diagnosing and, in some cases, treating various medical conditions.
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...
410
01:26Kidney Transplant II: Surgical Procedure
222
Preoperative ManagementThe primary goals of preoperative management in kidney transplantation are to optimize the patient’s metabolic state and prepare them for surgery through diet adjustments, necessary dialysis, and tailored medical treatment. This phase also involves comprehensive infection screening and patient education about the surgical procedure and postoperative care to improve outcomes and adherence.Medical ManagementA comprehensive evaluation is required for both the living...
222