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Huang Y, Yu N. Comparison of the safety and efficacy of robotic natural orifice specimen extraction surgery and conventional robotic colorectal cancer resection: a propensity score matching study. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:175. [PMID: 38619667 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-024-01904-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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Robotic resection is widely used to treat colorectal cancer. Although the novel natural orifice specimen extraction surgery (NOSES) results in less trauma, its safety and effectiveness are relatively unknown. In the present study, we used propensity score matching to compare the effectiveness and safety of NOSES and robotic resection for treating colorectal cancer. Present retrospective cohort study included patients who underwent robotic colon and rectal cancer surgery between January 2016 and December 2019 at the Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, the Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University. The intraoperative time, intraoperative bleeding, postoperative recovery, postoperative complications, and survival status of the conventional robotic colorectal cancer resection (CRR) (78 patients) and NOSES (89 patients) groups were compared. These results showed that no significant differences were observed between the two groups in terms of early postoperative complications, operation time, and the number of lymph nodes dissected. Compared with the CRR group, NOSES group had shorter postoperative exhaust time [3.06 (0.76) vs. 3.53 (0.92)], earlier eating time [4.12 (1.08) vs. 4.86 (1.73)], lesser intraoperative bleeding [51.23 (26.74) vs. 67.82 (43.44)], lesser degree of pain [80.8% vs. 55.1%], and shorter length of hospital stay [8.73 (2.02) vs. 9.50 (3.45)]. All these parameters were statistically significant (P < 0.05). However, no significant differences were observed in the 3-year overall survival rate and disease-free survival rate between both groups (P > 0.05). Collectively, robotic NOSES is a safe and effective approach for treating rectal and sigmoid colon cancers, could decrease intraoperative bleeding and postoperative complications, and accelerate the speed of intestinal function recovery.
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- Yongpan Huang
- School of Medicine, Changsha Social Work College, Changsha, 410004, Hunan, China
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Renmin Middle Road 139, Changsha, 410000, Hunan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Renmin Middle Road 139, Changsha, 410000, Hunan, China.
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Rosen SA, Rupji M, Liu Y, Paul Olson TJ. Robotic Proctectomy: Beyond the Initial Learning Curve. Am Surg 2023; 89:5332-5339. [PMID: 36560892 DOI: 10.1177/00031348221146931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Multiple authors have described an initial learning curve (LC) for robotic proctectomy (RP), but there is scant literature regarding continued technical progression beyond this stage. Total operating time is the most commonly used metric to measure proficiency. Our goal was to examine RP experience after the initial LC looking for evidence of further technical progression. METHODS We reviewed our robotic surgery database for a single surgeon during operations 100 through 550 to identify 83 RPs for tumor. These were divided into quartiles by series order, indicating surgeon experience level over time. Demographics and outcomes were compared among the groups. We defined percent console time (PCT) as a new metric. PCT was defined as console time divided by total operative time (TOT). RESULTS From March 2014 through March 2019, 450 robotic colorectal operations were performed, including 83 RPs for polyp or cancer. No significant differences were found among the quartiles in regard to demographics, tumor features, hospital stay, conversions, or readmissions. As experience was gained, there were significant increases in intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA), TOT, and PCT. Complications decreased with experience. Number of lymph nodes in the specimen increased. On multivariate analysis, later experience group, body mass index ≥30, and ICA were associated with increased PCT. DISCUSSION ICA became a routine part of RP after the initial LC, with increases in TOT and PCT. Number of lymph nodes increased and number and severity of complications decreased with experience. Increased PCT may indicate increased expertise during RP.
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- Seth A Rosen
- Department of Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Zhang M, Liu Z, Sun P, Hu X, Zhou H, Jiang Z, Tang J, Liu Q, Wang X. Preliminary surgical outcomes of laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with transrectal specimen extraction: a propensity score matching study of 120 cases (with video). Gastroenterol Rep (Oxf) 2023; 11:goad036. [PMID: 37398927 PMCID: PMC10313420 DOI: 10.1093/gastro/goad036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2023] [Revised: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023] Open
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Background Compared with conventional laparoscopic surgery, natural orifice specimen extraction surgery (NOSES) has many advantages. Laparoscopic right colectomy with transvaginal specimen extraction has been reported, but the safety and feasibility of transrectal specimen extraction in male patients with ascending colon cancer remain to be verified. This study aimed to preliminarily evaluate the feasibility and safety of laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with transrectal specimen extraction. Methods The study was conducted at a single tertiary medical center in China. A total of 494 consecutive patients who underwent laparoscopic right colectomy between September 2018 and September 2020 were included. Transrectal specimen extraction was performed in 40 male patients (the NOSES group). Patients in the NOSES group were matched to the conventional laparoscopic group using propensity score matching at a 1:2 ratio. Short-term and long-term outcomes between the two groups were compared and evaluated. Results Forty patients in the NOSES group and 80 patients in the conventional laparoscopic group were matched for analysis. Baseline characteristics were balanced after propensity matching. The operative features, including operating time, intraoperative bleeding, and the number of harvested lymph nodes, were statistically comparable in both groups. In terms of post-operative recovery, patients in the NOSES group showed preferable outcomes, as evidenced by less post-operative pain and faster return to flatus, defecation, and discharge. The post-operative complications rate, according to the Clavien-Dindo classification system, was similar in both groups. No differences in overall survival or disease-free survival were observed between the two groups. Conclusions Laparoscopic right colectomy with transrectal specimen extraction is oncologically safe. Compared with conventional laparoscopic right colectomy, it can reduce post-operative pain, accelerate post-operative recovery, shorten the hospital stay, and achieve better cosmetic effect.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital and Shenzhen Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Corresponding author. Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College. No. 17 Panjiayuannanli Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100021, China. Tel: +86-10-87787110;
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Haas EM, de Paula TR, Luna-Saracho R, Smith MS, De Elguea-Lizarraga JIO, del Rio RS, Edgcomb M, LeFave JP. The success rate of robotic natural orifice intracorporeal anastomosis and transrectal extraction (NICE procedure) in a large cohort of consecutive unselected patients. Surg Endosc 2023; 37:683-691. [PMID: 36418639 PMCID: PMC9839785 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09717-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2021] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Robotic NICE procedure is a total intracorporeal natural orifice approach in which specimen extraction and anastomosis is accomplished without an abdominal wall incision other than the port sites themselves. We aim to present the success rate of the NICE procedure in a large cohort of unselected consecutive patients presenting with colorectal disease using a stepwise and reproducible robotic approach. METHODS Consecutive patients who presented with benign or malignant disease requiring left-sided colorectal resection and anastomosis between May 2018 and June 2021 were evaluated. Data abstracted included demographic, clinical data, disease features, intervention data, and outcomes data. The main outcome was success rate of Intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA), transrectal extraction of specimen (TRSE), and conversion rate. RESULTS A total of 306 patients underwent NICE procedure. Diverticulitis was the main diagnosis (64%) followed by colorectal neoplasm (27%). Median operative time was 219 min, and the median estimated blood loss was 50 ml. ICA was achieved in all cases (100%). TRSE was successfully achieved in 95.4% of cases. In 14 patients (4.6%), an abdominal incision was required due to inability to extract a bulky specimen through the rectum. There overall postoperative complications rate was 12.4%. Eight patients (2.6%) experienced postoperative ileus. There were no superficial or deep surgical site infection (SSI). Eleven patients (3.6%) developed organ SSI space including 5 patients with intra-abdominal abscess and 4 patients with anastomotic leak. There was one mortality (0.3%) due to toxic megacolon from resistant Clostridium difficile. The 30-day reoperation rate was 2.9% (n = 9) including six patients presenting with organ space SSI and three patients with postoperative obstruction at the diverting loop ileostomy site. CONCLUSION The NICE procedure is associated with a very high success rate for both intracorporeal anastomosis and transrectal specimen extraction in a large cohort of unselected patients.
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- Eric M. Haas
- University of Houston College of Medicine, Chief Quality Colon and Rectal Surgery, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, 6560 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
- Houston Colon Foundation, Houston, TX USA
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- University of Houston College of Medicine, Chief Quality Colon and Rectal Surgery, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, 6560 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
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- University of Houston College of Medicine, Chief Quality Colon and Rectal Surgery, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, 6560 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
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- University of Houston College of Medicine, Chief Quality Colon and Rectal Surgery, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, 6560 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
- Houston Colon Foundation, Houston, TX USA
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- University of Houston College of Medicine, Chief Quality Colon and Rectal Surgery, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, 6560 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
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- University of Houston College of Medicine, Chief Quality Colon and Rectal Surgery, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, 6560 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
- Houston Colon Foundation, Houston, TX USA
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- University of Houston College of Medicine, Chief Quality Colon and Rectal Surgery, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, 6560 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
- Houston Colon Foundation, Houston, TX USA
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Haas EM, Luna-Saracho R, Rodriguez-Silva JA, Ortiz De Elguea-Lizarraga JI, LeFave JP. Robotic NICE Procedure Using Handsewn Technique. Dis Colon Rectum 2022; 65:e324-e327. [PMID: 35239527 PMCID: PMC8985694 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000002268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION In 2018, we described a robotic natural orifice-assisted left-sided colorectal resection with intracorporeal anastomosis and transrectal extraction of the specimen and termed it the natural orifice intracorporeal anastomosis with transrectal extraction procedure. More recently, we have explored the feasibility, safety, and utility of performing total handsewn intracorporeal anastomosis. We present a technical video and initial experience depicting the unique steps to accomplish this procedure with colorectal end-to-end handsewn anastomosis. TECHNIQUE Twenty natural orifice intracorporeal anastomosis with transrectal extraction procedures with end-to-end handsewn intracorporeal anastomosis were performed. A video depicting the essential steps with 2 variations of the handsewn techniques is presented along with short-term outcomes. RESULTS The most common indication was complicated diverticulitis followed by rectal cancer and deep infiltrative endometriosis of the rectum. The mean operative time was 235 minutes (99-294 min), and there were no intraoperative complications or conversions. Handsewn end-to-end intracorporeal anastomosis was successful in all patients. Natural orifice transrectal extraction was successful in 17 of 20 (85%) patients. The mean postoperative length of stay was 2.1 days (±1.05 SD). There were 3 major complications. One patient developed a deep surgical site infection, and another patient had an organ space abscess. Both patients required readmission and were treated with antibiotics alone. One patient, who had a diverting ileostomy performed at the time of the index procedure, developed subclinical dehiscence of the anastomosis, which healed without intervention but resulted in a delay in ileostomy reversal. There were no additional readmissions and no reoperations or mortalities. CONCLUSIONS Robotic natural orifice intracorporeal anastomosis with transrectal extraction procedure and colorectal end-to-end handsewn anastomosis was feasible and safe in this initial series. This technique can be successfully performed in a total intracorporeal manner without the need for an abdominal wall extraction incision or any circular stapling devices.
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- Eric M. Haas
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas
- Houston Colon PLLC, Colorectal Surgery, Houston, Texas
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas
- Houston Colon PLLC, Colorectal Surgery, Houston, Texas
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Crafa F, Vanella S, Baiamonte M, Ruotolo F, Catalano O, Di Saverio S. Laparoscopic splenic flexure resection for early colorectal cancer, transanal specimen extraction and intracorporeal handsewn anastomosis: a video vignette. Tech Coloproctol 2021; 26:227-228. [PMID: 34546529 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-021-02526-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2021] [Accepted: 09/07/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- F Crafa
- Center of National Relevance and High Specialty, St. Giuseppe Moscati Hospital, Avellino, Italy
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- Center of National Relevance and High Specialty, St. Giuseppe Moscati Hospital, Avellino, Italy.
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- General and Emergency Surgery 1 Unit, Civico Hospital, Palermo, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, St. Giovanni Addolorata Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Mass General Imaging, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- General Surgery Unit, "Madonna del Soccorso" Hospital, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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Propensity score-matched comparison between totally laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with transcolonic natural orifice specimen extraction and conventional laparoscopic surgery with mini-laparotomy in the treatment of ascending colon cancer (with video). Gastrointest Endosc 2021; 94:642-650. [PMID: 33798538 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2021.03.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2020] [Accepted: 03/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Now that the debate about the safety and effectiveness of laparoscopic versus open surgery is over, attention has turned to innovations that can verify whether minimizing the impact of laparoscopy on the abdominal wall can further reduce pain, improve patient comfort, lead to superior cosmesis, and reduce morbidity. The aim of this study was to further explore the application value of totally laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with transcolonic natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE) and to evaluate the short-term efficacy of transcolonic NOSE surgery for resecting specimens of ascending colon cancer. METHODS From January 2016 to May 2017, a retrospective study was conducted in Guangxi. Propensity score matching was used to minimize the bias from nonrandomized treatment assignment. Patients were followed up through May 2020. RESULTS Forty-nine patients underwent totally laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with transcolonic NOSE and 116 patients laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with mini-laparotomy (ML) procedures at our institution. After propensity score matching, each group included 45 patients, and all covariate imbalances were alleviated. The transcolonic NOSE group and the ML group did not differ significantly in terms of baseline clinical characteristics. The transcolonic NOSE group was associated with a shorter time to first flatus (NOSE vs ML: 1.8 ± .5 vs 3.2 ± .8, P = .032), a shorter length of hospital stay (11.3 ± 2.5 days vs 13.0 ± 3.1 days, P = .034), a shorter time to first liquid intake (2.6 ± .8 vs 3.8 ± .9, P = .068), less pain (1.8 ± .8 vs 4.2 ± .7, P = .013), less analgesia requirement (6 [13.3%] vs 21 [46.7%], P = .001), and lower C-reactive protein levels on postoperative day 1 (3.6 ± 1.7 vs 8.2 ± 2.2, P = .001) and postoperative day 3 (NOSE 2.4 ± 1.4 vs M: 4.6 ± 1.7 [P = .013]) than the ML group. The median follow-up was 28.4 months (interquartile range, 18.0-36.0). The 3-year overall survival rates were similar between the transcolonic NOSE group and the ML group. CONCLUSIONS In total, laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with transcolonic specimen extraction appears to be safe for selected patients with ascending colon cancer as a minimally invasive surgery.
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Zhang ZY, Zhu Z, Zhang Y, Ni L, Lu B. A nomogram for predicting feasibility of laparoscopic anterior resection with trans-rectal specimen extraction (NOSES) in patients with upper rectal cancer. BMC Surg 2021; 21:296. [PMID: 34140016 PMCID: PMC8212478 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-021-01290-4] [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] [Received: 02/18/2021] [Accepted: 05/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background Laparoscopic anterior resection with trans-rectal specimen extraction (NOSES) has been demonstrated as a safe and effective technique in appropriate patients with upper rectal cancer (RC). However, improper selection of RC candidates for NOSES may lead to potential surgical and oncological unsafety as well as complications such as bacteria contamination and anastomotic leak. Unfortunately, no tools are available for evaluating the risk and excluding improper cases before surgery. This study aims to estimate its clinical relevancy and to investigate independent clinical-pathological predictors for identifying candidates for NOSES in patients with upper RC and to develop a validated scoring nomogram to facilitate clinical decision making. Methods The study was performed at Shanghai East hospital, a tertiary medical center and teaching hospital. 111 eligible patients with upper RC who underwent elective laparoscopic anterior resection between February and October of 2017 were included in the final analysis. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to compare characteristics between the two surgical techniques. Odds ratios (OR) were determined by logistic regression analyses to identify and quantify the clinical relevancy and ability of predictors for identifying NOSES candidate. The nomogram was constructed and characterized by c-index, calibration, bootstrapping validation, ROC curve analysis, and decision curve analysis. Results Upper RC patients with successful NOSES tended to be featured with female gender, negative preoperative CEA/CA19-9, decreased mesorectum length (MRL), ratio of diameter (ROD) and ratio of area (ROA) values, while no significant statistical correlations were observed with age, body mass index (BMI), tumor location, and tumor-related biological characteristics (ie., vascular invasion, lymph node count, TNM stages). Furthermore, the two techniques exhibited comparably low incidence of perioperative complications and achieved similar functional results under the standard procedures. The nomogram incorporating three independent preoperative predictors including gender, CEA status and ROD showed a high c-index of 0.814 and considerable reliability, accuracy and clinical net benefit. Conclusions NOSES for patients with upper RC is multifactorial; while it is a safe and efficient technique if used properly. The nomogram is useful for patient evaluation in the future. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12893-021-01290-4.
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- Zhen-Yu Zhang
- Department of General Surgery, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, No. 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, No. 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, No. 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, No. 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, No. 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai, 200120, China.
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Uncomplicated Sigmoid Volvulus Is Ideal for Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Transrectal Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction. Dis Colon Rectum 2021; 64:e90-e93. [PMID: 33496476 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001922] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Natural orifice specimen extraction is the next step in minimally invasive colorectal surgery but can be technically challenging, with additional risks, especially for oncologic surgery. For several key reasons, sigmoid volvulus is well suited for natural orifice specimen extraction surgery. We describe our method and experience with double-stapled anastomosis transrectal natural orifice specimen extraction for sigmoid volvulus. TECHNIQUE Using 3- or 4-port laparoscopy, the mesentery is separated from the long sigmoid loop. After the distal bowel is tied off and washed out, the rectum is completely transected and the proximal bowel delivered transrectally through a wound protector. Proximal transection is performed externally, and the circular stapler anvil is set before the bowel is returned into the abdominal cavity. The rectum stump is closed with an endoscopic linear stapler, and a circular-stapled anastomosis is performed. RESULTS After successful endoscopic decompression, 6 patients underwent elective laparoscopic sigmoidectomy with natural orifice specimen extraction for volvulus at China Medical University Hospital from 2015 to 2020. The median operative time was 179 minutes (range, 151-236 min). No intraoperative complications were encountered. The median postoperative length of stay was 4 days (range, 2-9 d). One patient experienced postoperative small-bowel ileus resulting in readmission. The median follow-up duration was 12 months (range, 2-49 mo). One recurrence of volvulus was recorded 27 months postsurgery. CONCLUSION Uncomplicated sigmoid volvulus can be treated effectively with sigmoidectomy and natural orifice specimen extraction. Surgeons who attempt this procedure should be well versed with conventional laparoscopy but do not necessarily need to be experienced with natural orifice specimen extraction for successful surgery.
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Robotic natural-orifice IntraCorporeal anastomosis with Extraction (NICE procedure) for complicated diverticulitis. Surg Endosc 2021; 35:3205-3213. [PMID: 33619594 PMCID: PMC8116298 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08350-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2020] [Accepted: 01/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Background Totally intracorporeal surgery for left-sided resection carries numerous potential advantages by avoiding crossing staple lines and eliminating the need for an abdominal incision. For those with complicated diverticulitis, minimally invasive surgery is known to be technically challenging due to inflamed tissue, distorted pelvic anatomy, and obliterated tissue planes, resulting in high conversion rates. We aim to illustrate the stepwise approach and modifications required to successful complete the robotic Natural-orifice IntraCorporeal anastomosis with transrectal specimen Extraction (NICE) procedure in this cohort. Methods Consecutive, elective, unselected patients presenting with complicated diverticulitis defined as fistula, abscess and stricture underwent the NICE procedure over a 24-month period. Demographic and intraoperative data were collected, and video recordings were reviewed and edited on encrypted server. Results A total of 60 patients (50% female) underwent the NICE procedure for complicated diverticulitis with a mean age of 58.9 years and mean BMI of 30.7 kg/m2. The mean operative time was 231.6 min. All cases (100%) were achieved with intracorporeal anastomosis using a circular stapling device. All but one patient (98.3%) had successful transrectal extraction of the specimen. Forty-four (73%) of the specimens required a specimen-thinning maneuver to successfully extract the specimen and there were no conversions. We identified seven key technical modifications and considerations to facilitate successful completion of the procedure which are illustrated, including early release of the disease, mesentery-sparing dissection, dual instrument control of the mesenteric vasculature, release of the rectal reflection, use of NICE back table, specimen-thinning maneuver, and closure of the rectal cuff. Conclusion We present a stepwise approach with key modifications to successfully achieve totally robotic intracorporeal resection for those presenting with complicated diverticulitis. This approach may help overcome the technical challenges and provide a foundation for reproducible results. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s00464-021-08350-z.
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Cordewener C, Zürcher M, Müller PC, Müller-Stich BP, Zerz A, Linke GR, Steinemann DC. Randomized clinical trial on the use of a colon-occlusion device to assist rectal washout. Surg Endosc 2020; 35:5078-5087. [PMID: 32968914 PMCID: PMC8346441 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07992-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2020] [Accepted: 09/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Background Transrectal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery is currently limited by the inherent risk of surgical site infection due to peritoneal contamination after rectotomy. Coloshield has been developed as a temporary colon occlusion device to facilitate rectal washout. However, effectiveness and safety has not been evaluated in humans. Methods Twenty-two patients have been randomly assigned to undergo proctological intervention with a rectal washout with and without the use of Coloshield. Patients and assessors were blinded. Boston Bowel Preparation Scale (BBPS) has been determined 30 min as well as immediately after rectal washout. Feasibility, pain, intra- and postoperative morbidity as well as bowel function and continence 6 weeks after surgery were assessed. Results BBPS 30 min after rectal washout with and without Coloshield was in mean 2.42 ± 1.02 and 2.12 ± 0.89 (p = 0.042). Mean BBPS immediately after rectal washout was 2.39 ± 1.02 and 2.24 ± 0.66 (p = 0.269). Mean BBPS immediately after rectal washout and 30 min thereafter did not differ (p = 0.711). Coloshield application was feasible without any complications. The median (interquartile range) numeric rating scale for pain 4 h after surgery was 1 (0–1) and 3 (0–4) (p = 0.212). Six weeks after surgery 0/11 and 1/11 patients suffered from evacuation difficulties (p = 1.0) and the median Vaizey–Wexner score was 1 (0–3) and 1 (0–2) (p = 0.360). Conclusions Coloshield application in humans is feasible and safe. Slight benefits in rectal preparation by washout are found when Coloshield is used. Colon occlusion by Coloshield for transrectal NOTES should be evaluated within clinical studies. Trial registration Clinicaltrials.gov NCT02579330
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- Carolin Cordewener
- Pelvic Floor Unit, Clarunis, University Center for Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, 4002, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Spital Thun STS AG, Krankenhausstrasse 12, 3600, Thun, Switzerland
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- Department of Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital Zürich, Rämistrasse 100, 8032, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- eSwiss Medical and Surgical Center, Klinik Stephanshorn, Brauerstrasse 97, 9016, St. Gallen, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Spital Thun STS AG, Krankenhausstrasse 12, 3600, Thun, Switzerland
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Clarunis, University Center for Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, 4002, Basel, Switzerland. .,Medical Faculty, University Basel, Klingelbergstrasse 61, 4056, Basel, Switzerland.
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Bu J, Li N, He S, Deng HY, Wen J, Yuan HJ, Zhang CM, Hu M, Wu XT. Effect of laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer with N. O. S. E. on recovery and prognosis of patients. MINIM INVASIV THER 2020; 31:230-237. [PMID: 32940092 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2020.1799410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect of laparoscopic surgery in colorectal cancer (CRC) patients with natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE) on the recovery and quality of life (QOL) of patients. MATERIAL AND METHODS Ninety-two eligible patients were randomly assigned into two groups: the traditional laparoscopy group (L group, n = 46) and the laparoscopic transanal specimen extraction group (NL group, n = 46). General data, surgery-related indicators, postoperative recovery, and prognosis were compared and analyzed between the two groups. RESULTS A total of 46 patients in each group were enrolled in this study. The general data and surgery-related indicators were comparable between the two groups (all p > .05). There were no significant differences in the time of first flatus, bleeding, obstruction, constipation, and infectious complications between the two groups (all p > .05). The differences in the incidence of postoperative diarrhea, pain degree, and satisfaction on the aesthetics of the abdominal wall showed significant differences (χ2 = 6.133, p = .013; χ2 = 12.116, p = .017; χ2 = 13.463, p = .004). The postoperative follow-up time was 3-53 months. There were no significant differences in the postoperative hospital stay, medical costs, hospital readmission rate, incidence of incisional hernia, overall survival, disease-free survival, and QOL between the two groups (all p > .05). Conclusion: Laparoscopic surgery with NOSE for eligible patients with CRC was a feasible choice.
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- Jun Bu
- Department of General Surgery, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Digestive Medicine, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Digestive Medicine, Chengdu second people's Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Sun P, Liu Z, Guan X, Luo S, Cai XH, Li JW, Wang XS. Laparoscopic radical right hemicolectomy with transrectal-specimen extraction: a novel natural-orifice specimen-extraction procedure. Gastroenterol Rep (Oxf) 2020; 9:182-184. [PMID: 34026227 PMCID: PMC8128022 DOI: 10.1093/gastro/goaa047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2019] [Revised: 12/17/2019] [Accepted: 01/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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- Peng Sun
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China.,Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University Harbin, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Shenzhen Hospital, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shenzhen, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Shenzhen Hospital, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shenzhen, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Shenzhen Hospital, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shenzhen, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, P. R. China.,Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University Harbin, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P. R. China
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Cheng CC, Hsu YR, Chern YJ, Tsai WS, Hung HY, Liao CK, Chiang JM, Hsieh PS, You JF. Minimally invasive right colectomy with transrectal natural orifice extraction: could this be the next step forward? Tech Coloproctol 2020; 24:1197-1205. [PMID: 32632708 PMCID: PMC7536150 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02282-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Background The transvaginal natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE) approach for right-side colon surgery has been proven to exhibit favorable short-term outcomes. However, thus far, no study has reported the advantages of transrectal NOSE for right-side colon surgery. The aim of this study was to compare the technical feasibility, safety, and short-term outcomes of minimally invasive right hemicolectomy using the transrectal NOSE method and those of conventional mini-laparotomy specimen extraction. Methods A study was conducted on consecutive patients who had minimally invasive right hemicolectomy either for malignancy or benign disease at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan, between January 2017 and December 2018. The patients were divided into two groups: conventional surgery with specimen extraction using mini-laparotomy and NOSE surgery. Surgical outcomes, including complications, postoperative short-term recovery, and pain intensity, were analyzed. Results We enrolled 297 patients (151 males, mean age 64.9 ± 12.8 years) who had minimally invasive right hemicolectomy. Of these 297 patients, 272 patients had conventional surgery with specimen extraction through mini-laparotomy and 25 patients had NOSE surgery (23 transrectal, 2 transvaginal). The diagnosis of colon disease did not differ significantly between the conventional and NOSE groups. Postoperative morbidity and mortality rates were comparable. The postoperative hospital stay was significantly (p = 0.004) shorter in the NOSE group (median 5 days, range 3–17 days) than in the conventional group (median 7 days, range 3–45 days). Postoperative pain was significantly (p = 0.026 on postoperative day 1 and p = 0.002 on postoperative day 2) greater in the conventional group than in the NOSE group. Conclusions NOSE was associated with acceptable short-term surgical outcomes that were comparable to those of conventional surgery. NOSE results in less postoperative wound pain and a shorter hospital stay than conventional surgery. Larger studies are needed
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- C-C Cheng
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fu-Hsing St., Kuei-Shan, Taoyuan, Taiwan. .,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan.
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MIEO: a micro-invasive endoscopic operation port system for transluminal interventions-an acute and survival porcine study. Surg Endosc 2020; 34:2814-2823. [PMID: 32253562 PMCID: PMC7214494 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07518-3] [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] [Received: 12/20/2019] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background A reliable and sterile access through the intestinal wall to ease flexible endoscopic transluminal interventions is still appealing but lacks a suitable port system. Methods In a granted industry cooperation, we developed the MIEO-Port, a flexible three components overtube system that provides a temporary hermetic sealing of the intestinal wall to allow endoscopic disinfection and manipulation to gain access to the abdominal cavity. The port features an innovative head part which allows for coupling the port to the intestinal wall by vacuum suction and for controlled jetting the isolated intestinal surface with a disinfectant. The device was tested in vivo in 6 pigs for acute and long-term usability. All animal tests were approved by the local ethics committee. Results In the acute experiment, the port system supported sealed endoscopic mucosa resection and transluminal cholecystectomy. In the survival study on 5 animals, the MIEO-Port proved its reliability after transcolonic peritoneoscopy. In one animal, a port dislocation occurred after extensive retroperitoneal preparation, one animal revealed bacterial contamination at necropsy; however, all animals showed a favourable course over ten days and offered no signs of peritonitis or abscedation during post-mortem examination. Discussion To the best of our knowledge, the MIEO-Port system is the first device to provide a reliable and sterile flexible access to the peritoneal cavity that can be used throughout the entire gastrointestinal tract regardless of the access route and which combines hermetic sealing with local sterilization. Further studies are warranted. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1007/s00464-020-07518-3) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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Tsarkov PV, Efetov SK, Tulina IA, Kim VD, Ahire A, Kitsenko YE, Picciariello A. Transrectal natural orifice specimen extraction after sigmoidectomy with D2 lymph node dissection - a video vignette. Colorectal Dis 2019; 21:1219-1221. [PMID: 31295765 DOI: 10.1111/codi.14757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2019] [Accepted: 07/01/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- P V Tsarkov
- I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia.,Department of Emergency and Organ Transplantation, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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Fuchs KH, Schulz T, Broderick R, Breithaupt W, Babic B, Varga G, Horgan S. Transanal hybrid colon resection: techniques and outcomes for benign colorectal diseases. Surg Endosc 2019; 34:3487-3495. [PMID: 31559574 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-019-07126-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2018] [Accepted: 09/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Transanal hybrid rectal and colon resection have been introduced in recent years at dedicated surgical centers. The anus is used as a natural orifice for large size access. The use of transanal hybrid colectomy techniques is still in its infancy with outcomes and unique complications being identified. The purpose of this work is the evaluation of outcomes for transanal hybrid colon resections (ta-CR), including intra operative and postoperative complications, results, and advantages. METHODS A prospectively maintained database was analyzed. Inclusion criteria were any patient who underwent ta-CR for rectal prolapse, slow transit, obstructive defaecation, and chronic sigmoid diverticulitis. Patients were excluded from ta-CR if BMI > 30, major previous abdominal surgery, or presence of a large inflammatory mass in diverticulitis. Transanal access was used for all operative steps requiring access of more than 5 mm, such as staplers, large graspers, and specimen retrieval. Data acquisition and analysis was performed for operative time, complications, and postoperative quality of life. RESULTS From 2012 to 2017, 82 patients underwent ta-CR [33 males, 49 females, median age 58 (24-80)]. Transanal-subtotal colectomy and ta-CR for constipation was performed in 12 patients; ta-CR and rectopexy in 31, and ta-CR for diverticulitis was performed in 39 patients. Conversion to traditional approach was required in 3 cases (3.6%). Intraoperative complication included 1 rectal tear requiring intervention. Post-op complications included 3 leaks requiring laparoscopic and 1 open revision, the latter developed wound infection and an incisional hernia. Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index (GIQLI) improved significantly from preoperative 89 to postoperative 119 (p < 0.001). No patients with ta-CR without open revision developed a hernia post-op with median 18 months follow-up. CONCLUSIONS ta-CR is a safe and effective NOTES Hybrid technique for colorectal procedures in selected patients with benign colon disorders. GIQLI shows improvement and this technique can have the potential in preventing wound and hernia complications.
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- Karl-Hermann Fuchs
- Department of Surgery, Center for the Future of Surgery, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, MC:0740, La Jolla, CA, 92093, USA.
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- Department of General- and Viszeral-Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Krankenhaus, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Center for the Future of Surgery, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, MC:0740, La Jolla, CA, 92093, USA
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- Department of General- and Viszeral-Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Krankenhaus, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, University of Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of General- and Viszeral-Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Krankenhaus, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Center for the Future of Surgery, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, MC:0740, La Jolla, CA, 92093, USA
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Natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE) surgery with rectal eversion and total extra-abdominal resection. Tech Coloproctol 2019; 23:899-902. [PMID: 31482393 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-019-02058-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2019] [Accepted: 08/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE)surgery is gaining popularity among colorectal surgeons. The technical aspects of this new procedure are still debated and many variations have been presented in the last decade. METHODS We propose a new variation of transanal NOSE after robotic and laparoscopic LAR consisting of rectal eversion by using a special rod after laparoscopic TME. Eversion makes it possible to perform resection and placement of the anvil extracorporeally. We included a video demonstration of the technique. Clinical Patient Grading Assessment Scale was calculated 1 month after stoma closure and the Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS )score was calculated preoperatively and 1 month after stoma closure. RESULTS Seven female patients with rectal cancer, all with normal BMI, underwent laparoscopic (n = 5) or robotic (n = 2) TME with rectal eversion. No intraoperative and postoperative complications were reported. One month after stoma closure, the median Clinical Patient Grading Assessment Scale was 5 (range 3-7), which means "a good deal better". The median LARS score was 14 (IQR 14-19,5) preoperatively and 19 (IQR 19-21,5) 1 month after stoma closure. CONCLUSIONS This variation of NOSE surgery was safe and effective in our patient population.
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