Soft Tissue Endoscopy-A New Spectrum of Endoscopic Surgery.

Area of Science:

• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Surgical Oncology
• Vascular Surgery

Background:

• Open surgery has traditionally been the primary treatment for soft tissue lesions.
• Endoscopic techniques offer potential advantages in treating these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report on an innovative soft tissue endoscopic surgery technique for subcutaneous and intramuscular lesions.
• To evaluate the safety and efficacy of this novel approach.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective review of 122 patients undergoing soft tissue endoscopic surgery (September 2019 - March 2024).
• Data collected included patient demographics, diagnoses, surgical sites, and outcomes.
• Procedures included totally endoscopic, endoscopy-assisted, and conversion to open surgery.

Main Results:

• 122 patients (74 female, 48 male; age 1-38 years) were included.
• Conditions treated: vascular anomalies and benign soft tissue tumors across various body regions.
• No major complications like hemorrhage or wound dehiscence within 30 days post-surgery.

Conclusions:

• Soft tissue endoscopic surgery is a successful management option for diverse subcutaneous and intramuscular conditions.
• This technique provides a valuable reference for multiple surgical specialties.
• The study highlights the potential of minimally invasive endoscopic approaches in treating soft tissue lesions.