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Katsura M, Ashbrook M, Ikenoue T, Takahashi K, Ito MA, Martin MJ, Inaba K, Matsushima K. Surgical trends and outcomes of open, laparoscopic, and robotic colostomy reversal for benign disease. Surgery 2024:S0039-6060(24)00548-8. [PMID: 39179435 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2024.07.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2024] [Revised: 07/05/2024] [Accepted: 07/18/2024] [Indexed: 08/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND Despite the increasing use of minimally invasive surgeries, the outcome benefits of adopting minimally invasive surgery for colostomy reversal remain unclear. We aimed to analyze nationwide trends in the use of minimally invasive surgery for colostomy reversal and compare patient outcomes between different surgical approaches. METHODS The National Inpatient Sample was queried for patients who underwent colostomy reversal for benign disease from 2015 to 2021. National trends in the use of minimally invasive surgery for colostomy reversal were analyzed by Cochran-Armitage tests. Multivariable linear and logistic regressions accounting for hospital sample weights were developed to examine the association between operative approach (open, laparoscopic, and robotic) and patient outcomes, including hospital complications, length of stay, and hospital charges. RESULTS A total of 23,260 patients underwent colostomy reversal: 18,880 (81.2%) open, 3,245 (14.0%) laparoscopic, and 1,135 (4.9%) robotic surgery. From 2015 to 2021, the proportion of robotic approaches increased >5-fold (range 2.1-12.5%; Ptrend < .001), whereas the increase in laparoscopic approaches was not significant (range 11.5-16.2%; Ptrend = .34). Multivariable analysis showed that the laparoscopic approach was associated with a lower incidence of pulmonary complications (adjusted odds ratio, 0.49; 95% confidence interval, 0.28-0.87), surgical-site infection (odds ratio, 0.37; 95% CI, 0.19-0.72), peritonitis/abdominal abscess (odds ratio, 0.45; 95% confidence interval, 0.26-0.78), and paralytic ileus (odds ratio, 0.67; 95% confidence interval, 0.48-0.92). The robotic approach was associated with a lower incidence of paralytic ileus (odds ratio, 0.58; 95% confidence interval, 0.33-0.99). Laparoscopic and robotic approaches were associated with 22.9% and 29.9% shorter length of stay, respectively. The robotic approach was associated with 33.0% greater hospital charge. CONCLUSIONS This study observed a significant trend toward the increased use of robotics in colostomy reversal and potential clinical benefits with minimally invasive surgery. Robotic colostomy reversal, along with laparoscopic approach, may provide better postoperative recovery compared with the open approach; however, the utility of robotic surgeries needs to be reevaluated in the future, given the limited clinical benefits despite greater hospital charges.
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- Morihiro Katsura
- Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. https://twitter.com/hiro_m_bj8
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- Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Data Science and AI Innovation Research Promotion Centre, Shiga University, Hikone, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. https://twitter.com/docmartin22
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- Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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Kooragayala K, Lou J, Butchy V, Balakrishnan A, Sandilos G, Kwiatt M, Giugliano D, McClane S. Impact of Frailty on Patient Outcomes after Hartmann's Reversal: A NSQIP Analysis. Am Surg 2023; 89:5459-5465. [PMID: 36787880 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231156785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Colostomy reversal is a common procedure. Patients often have baseline comorbidities associated with postoperative morbidity. We utilized a modified frailty index (mFI-5) to predict postoperative complications. METHODS Patients who underwent elective, open Hartmann's reversal were queried from the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) database. Patients were stratified to low, medium, or high frailty groups. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-squared, ANOVA, and logistic regression. RESULTS There were 9272 patients with Hartmann's reversal. 48.78%, 30.31%, and 12.89% had low, moderate, or high frailty, respectively. High frailty was associated with cardiac arrest, myocardial infarction, reintubation, prolonged intubation, early reoperation, and mortality. After multivariate analysis, high frailty was associated with prolonged intubation (OR 3.147, P = .001), reintubation (OR 2.548, P = .002), and reoperation (OR 1.67, P < .001). CONCLUSIONS Frailty was associated with greater risk of postoperative complications in patients undergoing Hartmann's reversal. Frailty may be a useful adjunct to stratify for patients who are at risk for postoperative complications.
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- Keshav Kooragayala
- Department of Surgery, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ, USA
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Hartmann's reversal is associated with worse outcomes compared to elective left colectomy: A NSQIP analysis of 36,794 cases. Am J Surg 2022; 224:1351-1355. [PMID: 36272826 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2022.10.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Revised: 08/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hartmann's reversal (HR) is associated with significant technical difficulty and morbidity. Using the ACS-NSQIP database, we assessed the outcomes of HR as compared to elective left colectomy (LC). METHODS The 2016-2019 ACS-NSQIP datasets were queried to identify patients undergoing HR and elective LC. Patients' demographics, comorbidities, and short-term surgical outcomes were evaluated using both univariable and multivariable methods. RESULTS The study included 7,632 HR cases and 29,162 LC cases. The HR group had more patients with ASA grade III (50% vs. 42.4%). HR had more open-operative cases (69.4 vs. 18.5%) and longer mean operative times (213 vs. 191 min) than LC. Postoperatively, the HR group had a longer mean hospital stay (5.5 vs. 4.1 days) and higher complication rate (18.3% vs. 10.3%). HR was associated with increased odds of having a concurrent ileostomy (OR 2.11), deep space/organ infection (OR 1.55), and at least one complication (OR 1.56). CONCLUSION HR is a more challenging operation with patients who fared worse than their LC counterparts. Consideration should be given to alternatives of the index Hartmann's procedure.
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Medellin Abueta A, Senejoa NJ, Pedraza Ciro M, Fory L, Rivera CP, Jaramillo CEM, Barbosa LMM, Varela HOI, Carrera JA, Garcia Duperly R, Sanchez LA, Lozada‐Martinez ID, Cabrera‐Vargas LF, Mendoza A, Cabrera P, Sanchez Ussa S, Paez C, Wexner SD, Strassmann V, DaSilva G, Di Saverio S, Birindelli A, Florez RJR, Kestenberg A, Obando Rodallega A, Robles JCS, Carrasco CAN, Impagnatiello A, Cassini D, Baldazzi G, Roscio F, Liotta G, Marini P, Gomez D, Figueroa Avendaño CE, Villamizar DM, Cabrera L, Reyes JC, Narvaez‐Rojas A. Laparoscopic Hartmann's reversal has better clinical outcomes compared to open surgery: An international multicenter cohort study involving 502 patients. Health Sci Rep 2022; 5:e788. [PMID: 36090626 PMCID: PMC9434380 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.788] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2022] [Revised: 07/27/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background Hartmann's procedure (HP) is used in surgical emergencies such as colonic perforation and colonic obstruction. “Temporary” colostomy performed during HP is not always reversed in part due to potential morbidity and mortality associated with reversal. There are several contributing factors for patients requiring a permanent colostomy following HP. Therefore, there is still some discussion about which technique to use. The aim of this study was to evaluate perioperative variables of patients undergoing Hartmann's reversal using a laparoscopic and open approach. Methods The multicenter retrospective cohort study was done between January 2009 and December 2019 at 14 institutions globally. Patients who underwent Hartmann's reversal laparoscopic (LS) and open (OS) approaches were evaluated and compared. Sociodemographic, preoperative, intraoperative variables, and surgical outcomes were analyzed. The main outcomes evaluated were 30‐day mortality, length of stay, complications, and postoperative outcomes. Results Five hundred and two patients (264 in the LS and 238 in the OS group) were included. The most prevalent sex was male in 53.7%, the most common indication was complicated diverticular disease in 69.9%, and 85% were American Society of Anesthesiologist (ASA) II‐III. Intraoperative complications were noted in 5.3% and 3.4% in the LS and OS groups, respectively. Small bowel injuries were the most common intraoperative injury in 8.3%, with a higher incidence in the OS group compared with the LS group (12.2% vs. 4.9%, p < 0.5). Inadvertent injuries were more common in the small bowel (3%) in the LS group. A total of 17.2% in the OS versus 13.3% in the LS group required intensive care unit (ICU) admission (p = 0.2). The most frequent postoperative complication was ileus (12.6% in OS vs. 9.8% in LS group, p = 0.4)). Reintervention was required mainly in the OS group (15.5% vs. 5.3% in LS group, p < 0.5); mortality rate was 1%. Conclusions Laparoscopic Hartmann's reversal is safe and feasible, associated with superior clinical outcomes compared with open surgery.
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- Department of General Surgery Hospital Militar Central Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery Hospital Militar Central Bogotá Colombia
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- Medical and Surgical Research Center Future Surgeons Chapter, Colombian Surgery Association Bogotá Colombia
- International Coalition on Surgical Research Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua Managua Nicaragua
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- Medical and Surgical Research Center Future Surgeons Chapter, Colombian Surgery Association Bogotá Colombia
- Department of Surgery Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of Surgery Universidad El Bosque Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of General Surgery Hospital Militar Central Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of Surgery Fundación Universitaria Sanitas Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery Cleveland Clinic Florida Weston FL USA
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery Cleveland Clinic Florida Weston FL USA
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery Cleveland Clinic Florida Weston FL USA
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- Emergency and General Surgery Department CA Pizzardi Maggiore Hospital Bologna Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery Fundación Clínica Valle del Lili Cali Colombia
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- Complex Unit of General and Emergency Surgery Città di Sesto San Giovanni Hospital Milan Italy
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- Complex Unit of General and Emergency Surgery Città di Sesto San Giovanni Hospital Milan Italy
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- Department of General Surgery ASST Valle Olona Busto Arsizio Italy
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- Department of Surgery San Caillo – Forlanini Hospital Rome Italy
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- Department of Surgery San Caillo – Forlanini Hospital Rome Italy
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- Department of Surgery Universidad El Bosque Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of Surgery Universidad El Bosque Bogotá Colombia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery Hospital Militar Central Bogotá Colombia
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- International Coalition on Surgical Research Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua Managua Nicaragua
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Is laparoscopy a reliable alternative to laparotomy in Hartmann's reversal? An updated meta-analysis. Tech Coloproctol 2022; 26:239-252. [PMID: 35133538 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-021-02560-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2020] [Accepted: 12/01/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review of the literature on and updated meta-analysis of surgical postoperative complications after laparoscopic Hartmann's reversal (LHR) and open Hartmann's reversal (OHR). METHODS Studies comparing LHR versus OHR published from inception until June 2020 were selected and submitted to a systematic review and meta-analysis. Articles were searched in the MEDLINE and Cochrane Trials Register databases. Meta-analysis was performed with Review Manager 5.0. RESULTS Twenty-three retrospective comparative studies (including 5 case-controlled studies) with a total of 3139 patients with LHR and a total of 10,325 patients with OHR were included. Meta-analysis showed that LHR was significantly associated with a decreased rate of revision surgery (OR = 0.73, 95% CI = 0.60-0.89, p < 0.001), anastomotic leakage (OR = 0.61, 95% CI = 0.49-0.75, p < 0.00001), postoperative morbidity (OR = 0.53, 95% CI = 0.47-0.58, p < 0.00001), intra-abdominal abscess (OR = 0.67 [0.52-0.87], 95% CI = , p = 0.003), wound abscess (OR = 0.53 [0.46-0.61], 95% CI = , p < 0.00001), and postoperative ileus (OR = 0.46, 95% CI = 0.29-0.72, p = 0.0008), respectively. Conversely, mortality was comparable between LHR and OHR. CONCLUSIONS These results suggest that LHR significantly improved surgical postoperative outcomes. However, considering the low level of evidence, further randomized trials are required to validate these findings.
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Gómez Barriga N, Medina Garzón M. Intervenciones de Enfermería en la reversión del estoma intestinal: revisión integrativa. REVISTA CUIDARTE 2022. [DOI: 10.15649/cuidarte.2165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Introducción: los estomas intestinales representan un impacto significativo en la calidad de vida de las personas; sin embargo, estos deben revertirse después de haberse restituido el tránsito intestinal o la resolución del proceso inflamatorio inicial. Por otro lado, la negación de la persona para su reversión puede deberse a la falta de información y orientación por parte de los profesionales de la salud. Por lo anterior es importante identificar las intervenciones de Enfermería en la atención de la persona con reversión del estoma intestinal. Materiales y métodos: se realizó una revisión integrativa de la literatura de alcance descriptivo en el período comprendido entre los años 2015 a 2020, a través de las bases de datos Wos, Pubmed, Scopus, Scielo y Cochrane. Se seleccionaron 36 artículos que cumplieron con los criterios de inclusión y exclusión con el respectivo análisis metodológico. Resultados: Se identificaron las siguientes intervenciones de Enfermería, para el preoperatorio: valoración preoperatoria, preparación intestinal y seguimiento a comorbilidades. El intraoperatorio: profilaxis, preparación de la piel, técnica quirúrgica y cierre de la pared abdominal. En el posoperatorio: cuidado de la herida quirúrgica, calidad de vida y educación. Discusión: es importante la reflexión sobre el tiempo de reversión, la técnica quirúrgica y la importancia de las intervenciones por Enfermería. Conclusión: Enfermería cumple un papel importante en la reversión del estoma, no solo por los cuidados físicos y la educación que se brinda, sino también en las intervenciones aplicables al contexto social y emocional que afectan el estilo de vida de la persona.
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Reversal of Hartmann’s procedure – Is Single incision laparoscopic reversal the way forward? Indian J Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-020-02673-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Mirza KL, Wickham CJ, Noren ER, Hwang GS, Ault GT, Ortega AE, Jafari MD, Cologne KG. Outcomes of colostomy takedown following Hartmann's procedure: successful restoration of continuity comes with a high risk of morbidity. Colorectal Dis 2021; 23:967-974. [PMID: 33231908 DOI: 10.1111/codi.15456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2020] [Revised: 09/21/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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AIM Restoration of bowel continuity following a Hartmann's procedure is a major surgical undertaking associated with significant morbidity. The aim of this study was to review the authors' experience with Hartmann's reversal. METHOD This was a retrospective review of consecutive patients from institutional databases who were selected to undergo open or laparoscopic Hartmann's reversal at two tertiary academic referral centres and a public safety net hospital (2010-2019). The main outcome measure was the rate of successful stoma reversal. Secondary outcomes included 30-day postoperative outcomes and procedural details. RESULTS One hundred and fifty patients underwent attempted reversal during the study period, which was successful in all but three patients (98%). Patients were 59% Hispanic and 73% male, with a mean age of 48.7 ± 14.1 years, mean American Society of Anesthesiologists classification of 2.2 ± 0.6 and mean body mass index (BMI) of 28.6 ± 5.3 kg/m2 , with 39% of patients having a BMI > 30 kg/m2 . The mean time interval between the index procedure and reversal was 14.4 months, 53% of the index cases were performed at outside institutions and the most common index diagnoses were diverticulitis (54%), abdominal trauma (16%) and colorectal malignancy (15%). In 22% of cases a laparoscopic approach was used, with 42% of these requiring conversion to open. Proximal diverting stomas were created in 32 patients (21%), of which 94% were reversed. The overall morbidity rate was 54%, comprising ileus (32%), wound infection (15%) and anastomotic leak (6%), with a major morbidity rate (Clavien-Dindo ≥ 3) of 23%. CONCLUSION Hartmann's reversal remains a highly morbid procedure. Our results suggest that operative candidates can be successfully reversed, but there is significant morbidity associated with restoration of intestinal continuity, particularly in obese patients. A laparoscopic approach may decrease morbidity in selected patients but such cases have a high conversion rate.
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- Kasim L Mirza
- Department of Surgery, Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, University of California Irvine, Orange, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Shahait A, Qadeer AF, Hasnain MR, Baldawi M, Gruber SA, Weaver D, Mostafa G. Hartmann's Reversal Outcomes: a VASQIP Study. J Gastrointest Surg 2021; 25:539-541. [PMID: 32968932 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-020-04807-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2020] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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- Awni Shahait
- The Michael and Marian Ilitch Department of Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA.,Department of Surgery, John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI, USA
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- The Michael and Marian Ilitch Department of Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA
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- Department of Surgery, John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI, USA
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- Department of Surgery, John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI, USA
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- The Michael and Marian Ilitch Department of Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA
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- The Michael and Marian Ilitch Department of Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA. .,Department of Surgery, John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI, USA.
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Giuliani G, Formisano G, Milone M, Salaj A, Salvischiani L, Bianchi PP. Full robotic Hartmann's reversal: technical aspects and preliminary experience. Colorectal Dis 2020; 22:1734-1740. [PMID: 32643856 DOI: 10.1111/codi.15249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2020] [Revised: 05/18/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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AIM Laparoscopic Hartmann's reversal (HR) is a major abdominal operation that is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. The robotic approach, with its intrinsic advantages, could potentially overcome the technical complexity of laparoscopy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the short-term results of a series of 24 robotic HR cases. METHOD The data from 24 patients who underwent robotic HR between September 2016 and July 2019 at two different institutions were prospectively collected and retrospectively analysed. A full robotic single-docking reversal procedure with intracorporeal anastomosis was performed in all patients. RESULTS The mean age and body mass index of the patients were 69 years and 26 kg/m2 , respectively. Of the patients, 58% were ≥ 70 years old and 42% had comorbidities (mean Charlson Comorbidity Index 3). The mean operating time was 240 min. There were no cases of conversion to the open or laparoscopic approach. No diverting loop ileostomies were constructed. The mean length of hospital stay was 6 days. Minor complications were recorded in three patients. Neither major complications nor 30-day readmissions were registered. CONCLUSIONS Robotic HR is a feasible and safe procedure. The robotic approach has low rates of major complications and conversion and could potentially increase the number of patients undergoing HR.
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- G Giuliani
- Department of Surgery, Unit of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ospedale Misericordia, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Unit of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ospedale Misericordia, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Unit of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ospedale Misericordia, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Unit of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ospedale Misericordia, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Unit of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ospedale Misericordia, Grosseto, Italy
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Hawkins AT, Wise PE, Chan T, Lee JT, Glyn T, Wood V, Eglinton T, Frizelle F, Khan A, Hall J, Ilyas MIM, Michailidou M, Nfonsam VN, Cowan ML, Williams J, Steele SR, Alavi K, Ellis CT, Collins D, Winter DC, Zaghiyan K, Gallo G, Carvello M, Spinelli A, Lightner AL. Diverticulitis: An Update From the Age Old Paradigm. Curr Probl Surg 2020; 57:100862. [PMID: 33077029 PMCID: PMC7575828 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpsurg.2020.100862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2020] [Accepted: 07/10/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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For a disease process that affects so many, we continue to struggle to define optimal care for patients with diverticular disease. Part of this stems from the fact that diverticular disease requires different treatment strategies across the natural history- acute, chronic and recurrent. To understand where we are currently, it is worth understanding how treatment of diverticular disease has evolved. Diverticular disease was rarely described in the literature prior to the 1900’s. In the late 1960’s and early 1970’s, Painter and Burkitt popularized the theory that diverticulosis is a disease of Western civilization based on the observation that diverticulosis was rare in rural Africa but common in economically developed countries. Previous surgical guidelines focused on early operative intervention to avoid potential complicated episodes of recurrent complicated diverticulitis (e.g., with free perforation) that might necessitate emergent surgery and stoma formation. More recent data has challenged prior concerns about decreasing effectiveness of medical management with repeat episodes and the notion that the natural history of diverticulitis is progressive. It has also permitted more accurate grading of the severity of disease and permitted less invasive management options to attempt conversion of urgent operations into the elective setting, or even avoid an operation altogether. The role of diet in preventing diverticular disease has long been debated. A high fiber diet appears to decrease the likelihood of symptomatic diverticulitis. The myth of avoid eating nuts, corn, popcorn, and seeds to prevent episodes of diverticulitis has been debunked with modern data. Overall, the recommendations for “diverticulitis diets” mirror those made for overall healthy lifestyle – high fiber, with a focus on whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Diverticulosis is one of the most common incidental findings on colonoscopy and the eighth most common outpatient diagnosis in the United States. Over 50% of people over the age of 60 and over 60% of people over age 80 have colonic diverticula. Of those with diverticulosis, the lifetime risk of developing diverticulitis is estimated at 10–25%, although more recent studies estimate a 5% rate of progression to diverticulitis. Diverticulitis accounts for an estimated 371,000 emergency department visits and 200,000 inpatient admissions per year with annual cost of 2.1–2.6 billion dollars per year in the United States. The estimated total medical expenditure (inpatient and outpatient) for diverticulosis and diverticulitis in 2015 was over 5.4 billion dollars. The incidence of diverticulitis is increasing. Besides increasing age, other risk factors for diverticular disease include use of NSAIDS, aspirin, steroids, opioids, smoking and sedentary lifestyle. Diverticula most commonly occur along the mesenteric side of the antimesenteric taeniae resulting in parallel rows. These spots are thought to be relatively weak as this is the location where vasa recta penetrate the muscle to supply the mucosa. The exact mechanism that leads to diverticulitis from diverticulosis is not definitively known. The most common presenting complaint is of left lower quadrant abdominal pain with symptoms of systemic unwellness including fever and malaise, however the presentation may vary widely. The gold standard cross-sectional imaging is multi-detector CT. It is minimally invasive and has sensitivity between 98% and specificity up to 99% for diagnosing acute diverticulitis. Uncomplicated acute diverticulitis may be safely managed as an out-patient in carefully selected patients. Hospitalization is usually necessary for patients with immunosuppression, intolerance to oral intake, signs of severe sepsis, lack of social support and increased comorbidities. The role of antibiotics has been questioned in a number of randomized controlled trials and it is likely that we will see more patients with uncomplicated disease treated with observation in the future Acute diverticulitis can be further sub classified into complicated and uncomplicated presentations. Uncomplicated diverticulitis is characterized by inflammation limited to colonic wall and surrounding tissue. The management of uncomplicated diverticulitis is changing. Use of antibiotics has been questioned as it appears that antibiotic use can be avoided in select groups of patients. Surgical intervention appears to improve patient’s quality of life. The decision to proceed with surgery is recommended in an individualized manner. Complicated diverticulitis is defined as diverticulitis associated with localized or generalized perforation, localized or distant abscess, fistula, stricture or obstruction. Abscesses can be treated with percutaneous drainage if the abscess is large enough. The optimal long-term strategy for patients who undergo successful non-operative management of their diverticular abscess remains controversial. There are clearly patients who would do well with an elective colectomy and a subset who could avoid an operation all together however, the challenge is appropriate risk-stratification and patient selection. Management of patients with perforation depends greatly on the presence of feculent or purulent peritonitis, the extent of contamination and hemodynamic status and associated comorbidities. Fistulas and strictures are almost always treated with segmental colectomy. After an episode of acute diverticulitis, routine colonoscopy has been recommended by a number of societies to exclude the presence of colorectal cancer or presence of alternative diagnosis like ischemic colitis or inflammatory bowel disease for the clinical presentation. Endoscopic evaluation of the colon is normally delayed by about 6 weeks from the acute episode to reduce the risk associated with colonoscopy. Further study has questioned the need for endoscopic evaluation for every patient with acute diverticulitis. Colonoscopy should be routinely performed after complicated diverticulitis cases, when the clinical presentation is atypical or if there are any diagnostic ambiguity, or patient has other indications for colonoscopy like rectal bleeding or is above 50 years of age without recent colonoscopy. For patients in whom elective colectomy is indicated, it is imperative to identify a wide range of modifiable patient co-morbidities. Every attempt should be made to improve a patient’s chance of successful surgery. This includes optimization of patient risk factors as well as tailoring the surgical approach and perioperative management. A positive outcome depends greatly on thoughtful attention to what makes a complicated patient “complicated”. Operative management remains complex and depends on multiple factors including patient age, comorbidities, nutritional state, severity of disease, and surgeon preference and experience. Importantly, the status of surgery, elective versus urgent or emergent operation, is pivotal in decision-making, and treatment algorithms are divergent based on the acuteness of surgery. Resection of diseased bowel to healthy proximal colon and rectal margins remains a fundamental principle of treatment although the operative approach may vary. For acute diverticulitis, a number of surgical approaches exist, including loop colostomy, sigmoidectomy with colostomy (Hartmann’s procedure) and sigmoidectomy with primary colorectal anastomosis. Overall, data suggest that primary anastomosis is preferable to a Hartman’s procedure in select patients with acute diverticulitis. Patients with hemodynamic instability, immunocompromised state, feculent peritonitis, severely edematous or ischemic bowel, or significant malnutrition are poor candidates. The decision to divert after colorectal anastomosis is at the discretion of the operating surgeon. Patient factors including severity of disease, tissue quality, and comorbidities should be considered. Technical considerations for elective cases include appropriate bowel preparation, the use of a laparoscopic approach, the decision to perform a primary anastomosis, and the selected use of ureteral stents. Management of the patient with an end colostomy after a Hartmann’s procedure for acute diverticulitis can be a challenging clinical scenario. Between 20 – 50% of patients treated with sigmoid resection and an end colostomy after an initial severe bout of diverticulitis will never be reversed to their normal anatomy. The reasons for high rates of permanent colostomies are multifactorial. The debate on the best timing for a colostomy takedown continues. Six months is generally chosen as the safest time to proceed when adhesions may be at their softest allowing for a more favorable dissection. The surgical approach will be a personal decision by the operating surgeon based on his or her experience. Colostomy takedown operations are challenging surgeries. The surgeon should anticipate and appropriately plan for a long and difficult operation. The patient should undergo a full antibiotic bowel preparation. Preoperative planning is critical; review the initial operative note and defining the anatomy prior to reversal. When a complex abdominal wall closure is necessary, consider consultation with a hernia specialist. Open surgery is the preferred surgical approach for the majority of colostomy takedown operations. Finally, consider ureteral catheters, diverting loop ileostomy, and be prepared for all anastomotic options in advance. Since its inception in the late 90’s, laparoscopic lavage has been recognized as a novel treatment modality in the management of complicated diverticulitis; specifically, Hinchey III (purulent) diverticulitis. Over the last decade, it has been the subject of several randomized controlled trials, retrospective studies, systematic reviews as well as cost-efficiency analyses. Despite being the subject of much debate and controversy, there is a clear role for laparoscopic lavage in the management of acute diverticulitis with the caveat that patient selection is key. Segmental colitis associated with diverticulitis (SCAD) is an inflammatory condition affecting the colon in segments that are also affected by diverticulosis, namely, the sigmoid colon. While SCAD is considered a separate clinical entity, it is frequently confused with diverticulitis or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). SCAD affects approximately 1.4% of the general population and 1.15 to 11.4% of those with diverticulosis and most commonly affects those in their 6th decade of life. The exact pathogenesis of SCAD is unknown, but proposed mechanisms include mucosal redundancy and prolapse occurring in diverticular segments, fecal stasis, and localized ischemia. Most case of SCAD resolve with a high-fiber diet and antibiotics, with salicylates reserved for more severe cases. Relapse is uncommon and immunosuppression with steroids is rarely needed. A relapsing clinical course may suggest a diagnosis of IBD and treatment as such should be initiated. Surgery is extremely uncommon and reserved for severe refractory disease. While sigmoid colon involvement is considered the most common site of colonic diverticulitis in Western countries, diverticular disease can be problematic in other areas of the colon. In Asian countries, right-sided diverticulitis outnumbers the left. This difference seems to be secondary to dietary and genetic factors. Differential diagnosis might be difficult because of similarity with appendicitis. However accurate imaging studies allow a precise preoperative diagnosis and management planning. Transverse colonic diverticulitis is very rare accounting for less than 1% of colonic diverticulitis with a perforation rate that has been estimated to be even more rare. Rectal diverticula are mostly asymptomatic and diagnosed incidentally in the majority of patients and rarely require treatment. Giant colonic diverticula (GCD) is a rare presentation of diverticular disease of the colon and it is defined as an air-filled cystic diverticulum larger than 4 cm in diameter. The pathogenesis of GCD is not well defined. Overall, the management of diverticular disease depends greatly on patient, disease and surgeon factors. Only by tailoring treatment to the patient in front of us can we achieve optimal outcomes.
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- Alexander T Hawkins
- Section of Colon & Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN.
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- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
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- University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, Saint Paul, MN
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- University of Otago, Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Surgery, University of Otago, Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Surgery, University of Otago, Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley, WV
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- Dempsey Center for Digestive Disorders, Department of Surgery, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
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- Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Oh
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, MA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY
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- St. Vincent's University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery Unit, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center IRCCS, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milano, Italy
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery Unit, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center IRCCS, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
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Vlek SL, Burm R, Govers TM, Vleugels MPH, Tuynman JB, Mijatovic V. Potential Value of Haptic Feedback in Minimally Invasive Surgery for Deep Endometriosis. Surg Innov 2020; 27:623-632. [PMID: 32840445 PMCID: PMC7890691 DOI: 10.1177/1553350620944267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Introduction. Laparoscopic treatment of deep endometriosis (DE) is associated with intra- and post-operative morbidity. New technological developments, such as haptic feedback in laparoscopic instruments, could reduce the rate of complications. The aim of this study was to assess the room for improvement and potential cost-effectiveness of haptic feedback instruments in laparoscopic surgery. Methods. To assess the potential value of haptic feedback, a decision analytical model was constructed. Complications that could be related to the absence of haptic feedback were included in the model. Costs of complications were based on the additional length of hospital stay, operating time, outpatient visits, reinterventions, and/or conversions to laparotomy. The target population consists of women who are treated for DE in the Netherlands. A headroom analysis was performed to estimate the maximum value of haptic feedback in case it would be able to prevent all selected intra- and post-operative complications. Results. A total of 9.7 intraoperative and 47.0 post-operative complications are expected in the cohort of 636 patients annually treated for DE in the Netherlands. Together, these complications cause an additional length of hospital stay of 432.1 days, 10.2 additional outpatient visits, 73.9 reinterventions, and 4.2 conversions. Most consequences are related to post-operative complications. The total additional annual costs due to complications were €436 623, amounting to €687 additional costs per patient. Discussion. This study demonstrated that the potential value for improvement in DE laparoscopic surgery by using haptic feedback instruments is considerable, mostly caused by the potential prevention of major post-operative complications.
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- Stijn L Vlek
- Endometriosis Center, Department of Surgery, 522567Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- MedValue, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.,NewCompliance, The Hague, the Netherlands
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- Endometriosis Center, Department of Surgery, 522567Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Endometriosis Center, Department of Reproductive Medicine, 522567Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Kauffman JD, Danielson PD, Chandler NM. Risk Factors for Adverse Outcomes after Ostomy Reversal in Infants Less than Six Months Old. Am Surg 2020. [DOI: 10.1177/000313481908501132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to determine risk factors for 30-day complications, reoperation, and readmission after ostomy reversal in infants less than six months old. Infants aged two weeks to six months who underwent ostomy reversal were identified in the 2012 to 2016 ACS NSQIP Pediatric database. Demographics, comorbidities, and 30-day outcomes were assessed. Multivariable logistic regression was used to estimate the independent effects of clinical variables on risk of 30-day complications, reoperation, and readmission. Among 1021 infants, 163 (16%) suffered a 30-day complication. SSIs were the most common complication (5.7%), followed by unplanned reintubation (5.2%) and bleeding (3%). Mortality was 0.4 per cent. Dependence on nutritional support and hematologic disorders were independently associated with postoperative complications. Forty-five children (4.4%) required reoperation and 22 (2.2%) were readmitted for conditions related to the procedure. Younger age and preoperative dependence on oxygen or nutritional support were associated with increased length of stay. SSI, unplanned reintubation, and bleeding are the most frequent complications after ostomy takedown in infants less than six months old. Attention to risk factors predisposing to these complications, including dependence on nutritional support and hematologic disorders, may contribute to improved surgical outcomes.
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- Jeremy D. Kauffman
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
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Trauma laparoscopy and the six w's: Why, where, who, when, what, and how? J Trauma Acute Care Surg 2020; 86:344-367. [PMID: 30489508 DOI: 10.1097/ta.0000000000002130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Conventional Versus Minimally Invasive Hartmann Takedown: A Meta-analysis of the Literature. World J Surg 2019; 43:1820-1828. [PMID: 30824963 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-019-04962-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Although end colostomy closure following Hartmann's procedure is a major surgery that is traditionally performed by conventional celiotomy, over the last decade there has been a growing interest toward the application of different minimally invasive techniques. We aimed at evaluating the relative outcomes of conventional surgery versus minimally invasive surgery by meta-analyzing the available data from the medical literature. The PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Library and EMBASE electronic databases were searched through August 2018. Inclusion criteria considered eligible all comparative studies evaluating open versus minimally invasive procedures. Conventional laparoscopy, robotic and single-port laparoscopy were considered as minimally invasive techniques. Overall morbidity, rate of anastomotic failure, rate of wound complications and mortality were evaluated as primary outcomes. Perioperative details and surgical outcomes were also assessed. The data of a total of 13,740 patients from 26 studies were eventually included in the analysis. There were no significant differences on baseline characteristics such as age, BMI and proportion of high-risk patients between the two groups of patients. As compared to the conventional technique, minimally invasive surgery proved significantly superior in terms of postoperative morbidity, length of hospital stay and rate of incisional hernia. The current literature suggests that minimally invasive surgery should be considered in performing Hartmann's reversal, if technically viable. However, due to the low level of the available evidence it is impossible to draw definitive conclusions.
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Eisenstein S, Stringfield S, Holubar SD. Using the National Surgical Quality Improvement Project (NSQIP) to Perform Clinical Research in Colon and Rectal Surgery. Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2019; 32:41-53. [PMID: 30647545 DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1673353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The American College of Surgeons' National Surgical Quality Improvement Project (ACS-NSQIP) is probably the most well-known surgical database in North American and worldwide. This clinical database was first proposed by Dr. Clifford Ko, a colorectal surgeon, to the ACS, and NSQIP first started collecting data ca. 2005 with the intent of comparing hospitals (benchmarking) and for hospital-level quality improvement projects. Since then, its popularity has grown from just a few participating hospitals in the United States to more than 708 participating hospitals worldwide, and collaboration allows regional or disease-specific data sharing. Importantly, from a methodological perspective, as the number of hospitals has grown so has the hospital heterogeneity and thus generalizability of the results and conclusions of the individual studies. In this article, we will first briefly present the structure of the database (aka the Participant User File) and other important methodological considerations specific to performing clinical research. We will then briefly review and summarize the approximately 60 published colectomy articles and 30 published articles on proctectomy. We will conclude with future directions relevant to colorectal clinical research.
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- Samuel Eisenstein
- Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Rebecca and John Moores Cancer Center, University of California San Diego Health, La Jolla, California
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- Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Rebecca and John Moores Cancer Center, University of California San Diego Health, La Jolla, California
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- Department of Colon & Rectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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Identifying the needs for teaching fundamental knowledge of laparoscopic surgery: a cross-sectional study in Japan. Surg Endosc 2018; 33:2242-2248. [PMID: 30350098 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-018-6511-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2018] [Accepted: 10/11/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Recently, laparoscopic surgery (LS) has become a more common procedure than traditional open surgery. Although LS-related adverse events have been reported, there is no formal, standardized curriculum to teach the fundamentals of LS in Japan. Understanding surgeons' knowledge regarding LS is crucial for developing an educational curriculum. The purpose of this study was to determine the baseline knowledge on LS of surgeons and surgical trainees in Japan. METHODS Participants completed 24 multiple-choice questions testing basic cognitive knowledge of LS and a questionnaire regarding the status of laparoscopic education. The examination was developed according to the 13 content domains of the Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) program. Scores were compared between post-graduate year (PGY) > 5 and PGY 1-5 participants. Data are expressed as median scores and interquartile ranges. Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used for statistical analysis. RESULTS A total of 195 surgeons and surgical trainees from 10 teaching hospitals (PGY1-5: 66, PGY > 5: 129) across Japan completed the examination. The median score in the entire cohort was 75 [67; 83] %, with significantly higher scores in the PGY > 5 group compared to the PGY1-5 group (79 [75; 83] % vs. 67 [58; 75] %, p < 0.001). The differences in performance were due to better scores for PGY > 5 group on the sections "equipment," "patient considerations," "abdominal access," "tissue handling," "hemorrhage and hemostasis," "tissue approximation," and "exiting the abdomen." Overall, the median scores in the "energy sources" and "establishment and physiology of the pneumoperitoneum" subsections were lower than in other domains. All participants agreed on the need for fundamental knowledge and a formal educational curriculum. CONCLUSIONS Compared to experienced surgeons, surgical trainees had lesser knowledge about performing LS. Regardless of the years of experience, there are crucial knowledge gaps in specific areas regarding safe LS that should be addressed by implementing an educational curriculum.
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What have we learned in minimally invasive colorectal surgery from NSQIP and NIS large databases? A systematic review. Int J Colorectal Dis 2018; 33:663-681. [PMID: 29623415 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-018-3036-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/25/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND "Big data" refers to large amount of dataset. Those large databases are useful in many areas, including healthcare. The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP) and the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) are big databases that were developed in the USA in order to record surgical outcomes. The aim of the present systematic review is to evaluate the type and clinical impact of the information retrieved through NISQP and NIS big database articles focused on laparoscopic colorectal surgery. METHODS A systematic review was conducted using The Meta-Analysis Of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (MOOSE) guidelines. The research was carried out on PubMed database and revealed 350 published papers. Outcomes of articles in which laparoscopic colorectal surgery was the primary aim were analyzed. RESULTS Fifty-five studies, published between 2007 and February 2017, were included. Articles included were categorized in groups according to the main topic as: outcomes related to surgical technique comparisons, morbidity and perioperatory results, specific disease-related outcomes, sociodemographic disparities, and academic training impact. CONCLUSIONS NSQIP and NIS databases are just the tip of the iceberg for the potential application of Big Data technology and analysis in MIS. Information obtained through big data is useful and could be considered as external validation in those situations where a significant evidence-based medicine exists; also, those databases establish benchmarks to measure the quality of patient care. Data retrieved helps to inform decision-making and improve healthcare delivery.
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Horesh N, Lessing Y, Rudnicki Y, Kent I, Kammar H, Ben-Yaacov A, Dreznik Y, Avital S, Mavor E, Wasserberg N, Kashtan H, Klausner J, Gutman M, Zmora O, Tulchinsky H. Comparison between laparoscopic and open Hartmann's reversal: results of a decade-long multicenter retrospective study. Surg Endosc 2018; 32:4780-4787. [PMID: 29766303 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-018-6227-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2018] [Accepted: 05/09/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hartmann's reversal is a challenging surgical procedure with significant postoperative morbidity rates. Various surgical methods have been suggested to lower the risk of postoperative complications. In this study, we aimed to compare the postoperative results between open and laparoscopic techniques for Hartmann's reversal. METHODS A retrospective study of all patients who underwent Hartmann's reversal in five centers in central Israel between January 2004 and June 2015 was conducted. Medical charts were reviewed, analyzing preoperative and operative parameters and short-term postoperative outcomes. RESULTS 260 patients were included in the study. 76 patients were operated laparoscopically with a conversion rate of 26.3% (20 patients). No differences were found between patients operated laparoscopically and those operated in an open technique regarding gender (p = 0.785), age (61.34 vs. 62.64, p = 0.521), body mass index (26.6 vs. 26.2, p = 0.948), Charlson index score (1.79 vs. 1.95, p = 0.667), and cause for Hartmann's procedure (neoplastic vs. non-neoplastic, p = 0.644). No differences were seen in average time from the Hartmann's procedure to reversal (204.89 vs. 213.60 days, p = 0.688) and in overall complication rate (46.4 vs. 46.5%, p = 1). The Clavien-Dindo score for distinguishing between minor (0-2 score, p = 1) and major complications (3-5 score, p = 0.675) failed to demonstrate an advantage to laparoscopy, as well as to average length of stay (10.91 days in the laparoscopic group vs. 11.72 days in the open group, p = 0.529). An analysis based on the intention-to-treat with laparoscopy, including converted cases in the laparoscopic group, showed similar results, including overall complication rate (48.6 vs. 45.6%, p = 0.68) and Clavien-Dindo score in both minor (p = 0.24) and major complications (p = 0.44). Length of stay (10.92 vs. 11.81 days, p = 0.45) was also similar between the two groups. CONCLUSION In this series, a laparoscopic approach to Hartmann's reversal did not offer any short-term advantage when compared to an open surgical approach.
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- Nir Horesh
- Department of General Surgery and Transplantations B, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 52621, Ramat Gan, Israel. .,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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- Division of Surgery, Tel-Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Meir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Meir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Surgery, Kaplan Medical Center, Rehovot, Israel.,School of Medicine, Hadassah-Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery and Transplantations B, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 52621, Ramat Gan, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Meir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Surgery, Kaplan Medical Center, Rehovot, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Division of Surgery, Tel-Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery and Transplantations B, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 52621, Ramat Gan, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery and Transplantations B, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 52621, Ramat Gan, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Division of Surgery, Tel-Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Reversal of Hartmann’s procedure: still a complicated operation. Tech Coloproctol 2017; 22:81-87. [DOI: 10.1007/s10151-017-1735-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2017] [Accepted: 11/19/2017] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Minimally Invasive Surgery for Complicated Diverticulitis. J Gastrointest Surg 2017; 21:1373-1374. [PMID: 28497251 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-017-3442-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2017] [Accepted: 04/27/2017] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Celentano V, Giglio MC. Case Selection for Laparoscopic Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2017; 28:13-18. [PMID: 28753071 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2017.0132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic reversal of Hartmann's procedure offers reduced morbidity compared with open surgery while improving reversal rates. However, it is one of the most technically challenging operations in minimally invasive colorectal surgery, with further < 20% of the reversal procedures being attempted laparoscopically. Complications related to late conversion to open surgery may suggest a selective use of the laparoscopic approach for Hartmann's reversal in a subgroup of patients: The aim of this study is to systematically investigate the literature to identify the ideal case for a laparoscopic approach. MATERIALS AND METHODS Data were extracted from a systematic review of the literature of Medline, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, and the Cochrane Central Register of controlled trials. Subgroup analysis to identify suitable patients for laparoscopic surgery included age at surgery, body mass index, American Society of Anesthesiologists status, indication for the index Hartmann's procedure (HP), interval time to reversal from the index HP, conversion to open surgery, and temporary ileostomy rate. RESULTS A total of 862 patients were included, with 403 cases performed laparoscopically. Conversion to open surgery occurred in 65 patients (mean 16.1%). The indication for the HP showed a trend toward more benign patients included in the laparoscopic group, and the interval time between the index Hartmann's procedure and its reversal was significantly shorter in the laparoscopic group with a trend toward a higher rate of temporary ileostomy in patients undergoing an open procedure. CONCLUSIONS Patients' selection can explain these differences, with more complex disease operated via an open approach. Nevertheless, future studies are needed to demonstrate an increasing number of reversals attempted laparoscopically in high-volume centers.
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- Valerio Celentano
- 1 Colorectal Unit, Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust , Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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- 2 Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples "Federico II ," Naples, Italy
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Assessing trends in laparoscopic colostomy reversal and evaluating outcomes when compared to open procedures. Surg Endosc 2017; 32:695-701. [PMID: 28726139 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-017-5725-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2017] [Accepted: 07/13/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic colostomy reversal has emerged as a viable option for Hartmann's reversal but the trends in national adoption and postoperative complications are unknown. This study evaluates the practice trends for laparoscopic colostomy and compares complications, length of stay, and operative times between laparoscopic and open colostomy reversal. METHODS All patients who had open or laparoscopic colostomy reversal surgery (current procedure codes: 44227 and 44626) between 2005 and 2014 were identified from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program. Data collected included patient demographics, comorbid conditions, postsurgical diagnosis, and estimated probabilities of morbidity and mortality. Univariate and multivariate unconditional logistic regression models and linear regression models were employed to evaluate the associations between various outcomes and surgical specialties. RESULTS The reported volume of both open and laparoscopic colostomy reversal surgeries increased over time, but the percentage of open reversal surgery decreased from 100% in 2005 to 74.2% in 2014. The average annual increase in percentage of laparoscopic colostomy reversal surgery was 2.87%. The complication rates of open colostomy reversal surgery were significantly higher than the rates of laparoscopic colostomy reversal surgery (P < 0.0001). Although there were fluctuations, the complication rates remained constant over the 9-year study period for both open and laparoscopic colostomy reversal surgeries. The total hospital length of stay among patients who had laparoscopic colostomy reversal surgery was shorter compared to patients who had open colostomy reversal surgery [mean change (MC) = -1.77 days, P < 0.0001]. Similarly, a shorter operation time was also observed for patients who had laparoscopic colostomy reversal surgery (MC = -26.48 min, P < 0.0001). CONCLUSION Based on the NSQIP database, laparoscopic colostomy reversal is increasing steadily year over year from 2005 to 2014 in NSQIP participating hospitals. Overall complication rates and length of stay are significantly lower and sustained throughout the study period for laparoscopic reversal.
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Trépanier JS, Arroyave MC, Bravo R, Jiménez-Toscano M, DeLacy FB, Fernandez-Hevia M, Lacy AM. Transanal Hartmann's colostomy reversal assisted by laparoscopy: outcomes of the first 10 patients. Surg Endosc 2017; 31:4981-4987. [PMID: 28612145 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-017-5462-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2016] [Accepted: 02/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Restoration of intestinal continuity after Hartmann's procedure is a technically difficult surgery associated with significant morbidity and mortality. This study presents the short-term results of a new approach: a transanal Hartmann's colostomy reversal assisted by laparoscopy. METHOD This is a retrospective analysis of data collected in one tertiary hospital, from October 2013 to November 2015. RESULTS During the study period, there were ten cases of transanal Hartmann's reversal. Reasons for Hartmann's procedure were: complicated diverticulitis (4), anastomotic leak (3), and recto-sigmoid cancer (3). Rectal stump length was 10.4 ± 4.5 cm. Reconstruction was achieved in all patients. One low colorectal anastomosis was hand-sewn, the other 9 were stapled. Mean operative time was 204 ± 65 min. Diverting loop ileostomies were created in five patients and all were closed during the following year. One case required hand-assistance but there was no conversion to open surgery. Iatrogenic laparoscopic enterotomies occurred in four patients and all were repaired primarily without consequences. Three patients had a total of four post-operative complications: ileus (2), abdominal abscess and wound infection (1). None required reoperation. Mean length of stay was 7.2 ± 4.3 days. One required readmission. CONCLUSION A transanal Hartmann's reversal assisted by laparoscopy is a new approach for a difficult surgery. It has the potential to be an additional tool in the case of hostile pelvises or with a rectal stump difficult to identify. The surgery remains challenging and indications need to be clarified.
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- Jean-Sébastien Trépanier
- Department Barcelona, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.,Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, Université de Montréal, 5415 Assomption, Montreal, Quebec, H1T 2M4, Canada
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- Department Barcelona, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.,Clínica Somer, Calle 38 #35A-54, Rionegro, Antioquia, Colombia
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- Department Barcelona, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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- Department Barcelona, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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- Department Barcelona, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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- Department Barcelona, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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- Department Barcelona, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
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Vennix S, van Dieren S, Opmeer BC, Lange JF, Bemelman WA. Cost analysis of laparoscopic lavage compared with sigmoid resection for perforated diverticulitis in the Ladies trial. Br J Surg 2017; 104:62-68. [PMID: 28000941 PMCID: PMC6681137 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.10329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2015] [Revised: 06/13/2016] [Accepted: 08/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Background Laparoscopic peritoneal lavage is an alternative to sigmoid resection in selected patients presenting with purulent peritonitis from perforated diverticulitis. Although recent trials have lacked superiority for lavage in terms of morbidity, mortality was not compromised, and beneficial secondary outcomes were shown. These included shorter duration of surgery, less stoma formation and less surgical reintervention (including stoma reversal) for laparoscopic lavage versus sigmoid resection respectively. The cost analysis of laparoscopic lavage for perforated diverticulitis in the Ladies RCT was assessed in the present study. Methods This study involved an economic evaluation of the randomized LOLA (LaparOscopic LAvage) arm of the Ladies trial (comparing laparoscopic lavage with sigmoid resection in patients with purulent peritonitis due to perforated diverticulitis). The actual resource use per individual patient was documented prospectively and analysed (according to intention‐to‐treat) for up to 1 year after randomization. Results Eighty‐eight patients were randomized to either laparoscopic lavage (46) or sigmoid resection (42). The total medical costs for lavage were lower (mean difference € − 3512, 95 per cent bias‐corrected and accelerated c.i. −16 020 to 8149). Surgical reintervention increased costs in the lavage group, whereas stoma reversal increased costs in the sigmoid resection group. Differences in favour of laparoscopy were robust when costs were varied by ±20 per cent in a sensitivity analysis (mean cost difference € − 2509 to −4438). Conclusion Laparoscopic lavage for perforated diverticulitis is more cost‐effective than sigmoid resection. Further evidence of lavage superiority
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- S Vennix
- Department of Surgery, Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Surgery, Erasmus MC University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Clinical Research Unit, Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus MC University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Di Saverio S, Vennix S, Birindelli A, Weber D, Lombardi R, Mandrioli M, Tarasconi A, Bemelman WA. Pushing the envelope: laparoscopy and primary anastomosis are technically feasible in stable patients with Hinchey IV perforated acute diverticulitis and gross faeculent peritonitis. Surg Endosc 2016; 30:5656-5664. [PMID: 27005295 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-016-4869-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2015] [Accepted: 03/09/2016] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Modern management of severe acute complicated diverticulitis continues to evolve towards more conservative and minimally invasive strategies. Although open sigmoid colectomy with end colostomy remains the most commonly used procedure for the treatment of perforated diverticulitis with purulent/faeculent peritonitis, recent major advances challenged this traditional approach, including the increasing attitude towards primary anastomosis as an alternative to end colostomy and use of laparoscopic approach for urgent colectomy. TECHNIQUE Provided an accurate patients selection, having the necessary haemodynamic stability, pneumoperitoneum is established with open Hasson technique and diagnostic laparoscopy is performed. If faeculent peritonitis (Hinchey IV perforated diverticulitis) is found, laparoscopy can be continued and a further three working ports are placed using bladeless trocars, as in traditional laparoscopic sigmoidectomy, with the addition of fourth trocar in left flank. The feacal matter is aspirated either with large-size suction devices or, in case of free solid stools, these can be removed with novel application of tight sealing endobags, which can be used for scooping the feacal content out and for its protected retrieval. After decontamination, a sigmoid colectomy is performed in the traditional laparoscopic fashion. The sigmoid is fully mobilised from the retroperitoneum, and mesocolon is divided up to the origin of left colic vessels. Whenever mesentery has extremely inflamed and thickened oedematous tissues, an endostapler with vascular load can be used to avoid vascular selective ligatures. Splenic flexure should be appropriately mobilised. The specimen is extracted through mini-Pfannenstiel incision with muscle splitting technique. Transanal colo-rectal anastomosis is fashioned. Air-leak test must be performed and drains placed where appropriate. RESULTS The video shows operative technique for a single-stage, entirely laparoscopic, washout and sigmoid colectomy with primary colorectal anastomosis in a 35-year-old male patient with severe and diffuse free faeculent diverticular peritonitis (Hinchey IV). The patient was managed post-operatively according to enhanced recovery protocol and discharged home after 9 days, following an uneventful recovery. CONCLUSIONS This case documents the technical feasibility of a minimally invasive single-stage procedure in a patient with Hinchey IV perforated diverticulitis with diffuse feacal peritonitis. The laparoscopic approach facilitated an effective decontamination of the peritoneal cavity, with a combination of large suction devices and aid of protected retrieval by closed endobags for effectively and completely laparoscopic removal of the solid feacal matter, offering clear advantages and excellent results even in such challenging cases. With necessary expertise, the sigmoid resection can be thereafter safely and entirely performed laparoscopically, the specimen extracted through mini-Pfannenstiel incision, and a laparoscopic intracorporeal transanal circular primary anastomosis performed.
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- Salomone Di Saverio
- General Surgery and Emergency Surgery and Trauma Surgery Unit, Maggiore Hospital Regional Emergency Surgery and Trauma Center - AUSL Bologna Local Health District, Bologna, Italy.
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- Department of Surgery, Academic Medical Center, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- General Surgery and Emergency Surgery and Trauma Surgery Unit, Maggiore Hospital Regional Emergency Surgery and Trauma Center - AUSL Bologna Local Health District, Bologna, Italy
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- General Surgery and Emergency Surgery and Trauma Surgery Unit, Maggiore Hospital Regional Emergency Surgery and Trauma Center - AUSL Bologna Local Health District, Bologna, Italy
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- General Surgery and Emergency Surgery and Trauma Surgery Unit, Maggiore Hospital Regional Emergency Surgery and Trauma Center - AUSL Bologna Local Health District, Bologna, Italy
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- General Surgery and Emergency Surgery and Trauma Surgery Unit, Maggiore Hospital Regional Emergency Surgery and Trauma Center - AUSL Bologna Local Health District, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Academic Medical Center, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Laparoscopic versus open Hartmann's reversal: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Colorectal Dis 2015; 30:1603-15. [PMID: 26189028 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-015-2325-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/09/2015] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hartmann's reversal is a major surgical procedure with consistent morbidity and mortality rates. Laparoscopy has been extensively applied to colorectal surgery providing significant benefits on short- and long-term outcomes. We performed a meta-analysis of the current evidence comparing the short-term outcomes of laparoscopic Hartmann's reversal (LHR) to open Hartmann's reversal (OHR). METHODS A systematic search of Medline, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, and the Cochrane database was performed. Comparative studies reporting short-term outcomes of LHR versus OHR with an intention-to-treat analysis were considered for eligibility. Primary outcome was 30-day morbidity. Secondary outcomes were 30-day mortality, 30-day reoperations, length of hospital stay (LOS), operating time, and estimated blood loss. RESULTS Thirteen studies comparing 862 patients (403 LHR vs 459 OHR) were included. There was no difference in mortality, while LHR was associated with a reduced overall postoperative 30-day morbidity (OR, 0.24; 95 % CI, 0.16 to 0.34). Wound infections (OR, 0.54; 95 % CI, 0.35 to 0.85) and ileus (OR, 0.47; 95 % CI, 0.25 to 0.87) were more common after OHR. LOS was shorter in the laparoscopic group as it was the time to flatus. Meta-regression analysis showed that the results were independent from potential effect modifiers. CONCLUSIONS LHR has less short-term complications than OHR in terms of overall morbidity, wound infection, and postoperative ileus. LOS is shorter in the LHR group, while no significant difference exists in the operating time. Randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm these findings on unbiased populations.
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Transanal Hartmann reversal: a new technique. Surg Endosc 2015; 30:2628-31. [PMID: 26423412 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-015-4504-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2015] [Accepted: 08/03/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hartmann procedure consists in a sigmoidectomy followed by a terminal colostomy. However, the stoma is associated with complications and suboptimal quality of life, so the restoration of colonic continuity should be, at least, considered in any case. Open restoration has been associated with significant morbidity and mortality; therefore, many authors have described the advantages of laparoscopic Hartmann reversal. We want to go a step further showing our experience using a combined laparoscopic and transanal approach in an attempt to improve the surgical technique. METHODS Patients with an end colostomy due to an emergency Hartmann procedure are selected for this intervention. This approach is performed simultaneously laparoscopically and transanally, with single-port devices, through the colostomy wound in the first case and trough anal canal in the second one. The previous stapler line is resected transanally and the proximal rectum and mesorectum are dissected until the peritoneal reflexion, where both teams work together to complete the adhesiolysis. Finally an end-to-end anastomosis is performed under laparoscopic control. RESULTS As in patients with rectal cancer, dissection of the stump in Hartmann reversal procedure may be better and associated with shorter operative time. CONCLUSIONS As with any new surgical procedure, it is probably too early to draw conclusions, but nowadays transanal combined with laparoscopic approach seems to be a safe and feasible technique to perform a Hartmann reversal.
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Hartmann’s procedure and laparoscopic reversal versus primary anastomosis and ileostomy closure for left colonic perforation. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2015; 400:609-16. [DOI: 10.1007/s00423-015-1319-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2015] [Accepted: 06/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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