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Zhou D, Su J, Yang X, Huang L, Zheng Z, Wei H, Fang J. Intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic right hemicolectomy for overweight colon cancer patients: a case-control study. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2024; 409:112. [PMID: 38587671 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-024-03312-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Either extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) or intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) could be selected for digestive reconstruction in laparoscopic right hemicolectomy (LRH). However, whether LRH with IA is feasible and beneficial for overweight right-side colon cancer (RCC) is unclear. This study aims to investigate the feasibility and advantage of IA in LRH for overweight RCC. METHODS Forty-eight consecutive overweight RCC patients undergoing LRH with IA were matched with 48 consecutive cases undergoing LRH with EA. Both clinical and surgical data were collected and analyzed. RESULTS The incidence of postoperative complications was 20.8% (10/48) in the EA group and 14.6% (7/48) in the IA group respectively, with no statistical difference. Compared to the EA group, patients in the IA group revealed faster gas (40.2 + 7.8 h vs. 45.6 + 7.9 h, P = 0.001) and stool discharge (4.0 + 1.2 d vs. 4.5 + 1.1 d, P = 0.040), shorter assisted incision (5.3 + 1.3 cm vs. 7.5 + 1.2 cm, P = 0.000), and less analgesic used (3.3 + 1.3 d vs. 4.0 + 1.3 d, P = 0.012). There were no significant differences in operation time, blood loss, or postoperative hospital stays. In the IA group, the first one third of cases presented longer operation time (228.4 + 29.3 min) compared to the middle (191.0 + 35.0 min, P = 0.003) and the last one third of patients (182.2 + 20.7 min, P = 0.000). CONCLUSION LRH with IA is feasible and safe for overweight RCC, with faster bowel function recovery and less pain. Accumulation of certain cases of LRH with IA will facilitate surgical procedures and reduce operation time.
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- Dagui Zhou
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Tianhe Road 600, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Nursing, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Tianhe Road 600, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Tianhe Road 600, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Tianhe Road 600, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Tianhe Road 600, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Tianhe Road 600, Guangzhou, 510630, China.
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Kayano H, Mamuro N, Kamei Y, Ogimi T, Miyakita H, Nakagohri T, Koyanagi K, Mori M, Yamamoto S. Evaluation of bacterial contamination and medium-term oncological outcomes of intracorporeal anastomosis for colon cancer: A propensity score matching analysis. World J Gastrointest Surg 2024; 16:670-680. [PMID: 38577098 PMCID: PMC10989348 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v16.i3.670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 01/06/2024] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Although intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) for colon cancer requires longer operative time than extracorporeal anastomosis (EA), its short-term postoperative results, such as early recovery of bowel movement, have been reported to be equal or better. As IA requires opening the intestinal tract in the abdominal cavity under pneumoperitoneum, there are concerns about intraperitoneal bacterial infection and recurrence of peritoneal dissemination due to the spread of bacteria and tumor cells. However, intraperitoneal bacterial contamination and medium-term oncological outcomes have not been clarified. AIM To clarify the effects of bacterial and tumor cell contamination of the intra-abdominal cavity in IA. METHODS Of 127 patients who underwent laparoscopic colon resection for colon cancer from April 2015 to December 2020, 75 underwent EA (EA group), and 52 underwent IA (IA group). After propensity score matching, the primary endpoint was 3-year disease-free survival rates, and secondary endpoints were 3-year overall survival rates, type of recurrence, surgical site infection (SSI) incidence, number of days on antibiotics, and postoperative biological responses. RESULTS Three-year disease-free survival rates did not significantly differ between the IA and EA groups (87.2% and 82.7%, respectively, P = 0.4473). The 3-year overall survival rates also did not significantly differ between the IA and EA groups (94.7% and 94.7%, respectively; P = 0.9891). There was no difference in the type of recurrence between the two groups. In addition, there were no significant differences in SSI incidence or the number of days on antibiotics; however, postoperative biological responses, such as the white blood cell count (10200 vs 8650/mm3, P = 0.0068), C-reactive protein (6.8 vs 4.5 mg/dL, P = 0.0011), and body temperature (37.7 vs 37.5 °C, P = 0.0079), were significantly higher in the IA group. CONCLUSION IA is an anastomotic technique that should be widely performed because its risk of intraperitoneal bacterial contamination and medium-term oncological outcomes are comparable to those of EA.
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- Hajime Kayano
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara 259-1193, Kanagawa, Japan
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Ianieri MM, De Cicco Nardone A, Greco P, Carcagnì A, Campolo F, Pacelli F, Scambia G, Santullo F. Totally intracorporeal colorectal anastomosis (TICA) versus classical mini-laparotomy for specimen extraction, after segmental bowel resection for deep endometriosis: a single-center experience. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2024:10.1007/s00404-024-07412-6. [PMID: 38512463 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-024-07412-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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PURPOSE The surgical approach to bowel endometriosis is still unclear. The aim of the study is to compare TICA to conventional specimen extractions and extra-abdominal insertion of the anvil in terms of both complications and functional outcomes. METHODS This is a single-center, observational, retrospective study conducted enrolling symptomatic women underwent laparoscopic excision of deep endometriosis with segmental bowel resection between September 2019 and June 2022. Women who underwent TICA were compared to classical technique (CT) in terms of intra- and postoperative complications, moreover, functional outcomes relating to the pelvic organs were assessed using validated questionnaires [Knowles-Eccersley-Scott-Symptom (KESS) questionnaire and Gastro-Intestinal Quality of Life Index (GIQLI)] for bowel function. Pain symptoms were assessed using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores. RESULTS The sample included 64 women. TICA was performed on 31.2% (n = 20) of the women, whereas CT was used on 68.8% (n = 44). None of the patients experienced rectovaginal, vesicovaginal, ureteral or vesical fistula, or ureteral stenosis and uroperitoneum, and in no cases was it necessary to reoperate. Regarding the two surgical approaches, no significant difference was observed in terms of complications. As concerns pain symptoms at 6-month follow-up evaluations on stratified data, except for dysuria, all VAS scales reported showed significant reductions between median values, for both surgery interventions. As well, significant improvements were further observed in KESS scores and overall GIQLI. Only the GIQLI evaluation was significantly smaller in the TICA group compared to CT after the 6-month follow-up. CONCLUSIONS We did not find any significant differences in terms of intra- or post-operative complications compared TICA and CT, but only a slight improvement in the Gastro-Intestinal Quality of Life Index in patients who underwent the CT compared to the TICA technique.
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- Manuel Maria Ianieri
- Unit of Oncological Gynecology, Women's Children's and Public Health Department, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Gynecology and Breast Care Center, Mater Olbia Hospital, Olbia, Italy
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- Unit of Oncological Gynecology, Women's Children's and Public Health Department, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics Research Core Facility, Gemelli Generator, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Oncological Gynecology, Women's Children's and Public Health Department, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
- Surgical Unit of Peritoneum and Retroperitoneum, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Oncological Gynecology, Women's Children's and Public Health Department, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Surgical Unit of Peritoneum and Retroperitoneum, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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Du Q, Zheng Z, Ma Q, Zhong J, Wang Y, Yang L, Zhou Z. A novel U-tied semi-manual anastomosis in totally laparoscopic colectomy. Asian J Surg 2024; 47:990-992. [PMID: 38444145 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2023.10.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Revised: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2024] Open
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TECHNIQUE We describe improvements to the previously proposed "U-tied anastomosis" with the aim of broadening its indications, especially in left hemicolectomy. After bowel mobilization and vascular ligation, the proximal and distal colon were aligned in a U-shape using a ligature. An anastomosis was constructed using a linear stapler through the common enterotomies. Following resection of the bowel using laparoscopic coagulation shears, the common opening was closed using 3-0 barbed sutures. RESULTS Eight consecutive patients underwent colectomy using the U-tied semi-manual technique between May and July 2023. In all cases, the U-tied procedures were completed using one cartridge and two sutures. No complications or mortality were observed after one month of follow-up. CONCLUSIONS The U-tied semi-manual anastomosis is a straightforward and effective method for intracorporeal anastomosis. The simplified reconstruction technique of U-tied series, together with the minimization of technique variability, results in consistent outcomes when performed by surgeons with different levels of experience. The streamlined process enhances the homogeneity of the intracorporeal anastomosis while reducing cartridge use.
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- Qiang Du
- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China.
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China; Institute of Digestive Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China; Institute of Digestive Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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Vaghiri S, Prassas D, Krieg S, Knoefel WT, Krieg A. Intracorporeal Versus Extracorporeal Colo-colic Anastomosis in Minimally-invasive Left Colectomy: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Gastrointest Surg 2023; 27:3024-3037. [PMID: 37698813 PMCID: PMC10837220 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-023-05827-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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PURPOSE The primary aim was to investigate the operative outcomes of intracorporeal (IA) and extracorporeal (EA) anastomosis in left-sided minimally-invasive colectomy. METHODS A comprehensive literature search was conducted for studies comparing operative outcomes and follow-up data of IA versus EA in minimally-invasive left colectomy. Studies that investigated recto-sigmoid resections using transanal circular staplers were excluded. Data from eligible studies were extracted, qualitatively assessed, and included in a meta-analysis. Odds ratios (ORs) and mean differences with 95 per cent confidence intervals were calculated. RESULTS Eight studies with a total of 750 patients were included (IA n = 335 versus EA n = 415). IA was associated with significantly lower overall morbidity (OR 0.40, 95% CI 0.26-0.61, p < 0.0001) and less frequent surgical site infection (SSI) (OR 0.27, 95% CI 0.12-0.61, p = 0.002) as primary outcomes compared to EA. Of the secondary outcomes, length of incision (SMD -2.51, 95% CI -4.21 to -0.81, p = 0.004), time to first oral diet intake (SMD -0.49, 95% CI -0.76 to -0.22, p = 0. 0004) and time to first bowel movement (SMD -0.40, 95% CI -0.71 to -0.09, p = 0.01) were significantly in favor of IA, while operative time was significantly shorter in the EA group (SMD 0.36, 95% CI 0.14-0.59, p = 0.001). CONCLUSIONS IA proves to be a safe and feasible option as it demonstrates benefits in terms of lower overall morbidity, fewer rates of SSI, smaller incision length, and faster postoperative gastrointestinal recovery despite a longer operative time compared to EA.
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- Sascha Vaghiri
- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich-Heine-University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstr. 5, Bldg. 12.46, 40225, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich-Heine-University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstr. 5, Bldg. 12.46, 40225, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Clinic for Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Infectious Diseases, Heinrich-Heine-University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich-Heine-University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstr. 5, Bldg. 12.46, 40225, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich-Heine-University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstr. 5, Bldg. 12.46, 40225, Duesseldorf, Germany.
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Yao Q, Fu YY, Sun QN, Ren J, Wang LH, Wang DR. Comparison of intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis in left hemicolectomy: updated meta-analysis of retrospective control trials. J Cancer Res Clin Oncol 2023; 149:14341-14351. [PMID: 37516674 DOI: 10.1007/s00432-023-05091-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The feasibility and effectiveness of selecting an intracorporeal or extracorporeal technique in left hemicolectomy remain poorly understood. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the difference between the two approaches regarding intraoperative and postoperative outcomes. METHODS A thorough exploration of online databases (PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, and Web of Science) was executed to identify randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, and case control studies. The outcomes contained four aspects: intraoperative outcomes, postoperative complications, postoperative patient conditions, and postoperative outcomes. All of these data were analyzed using RevMan 5.4. Seven retrospective control trials (intracorporeal, 396 patients; extracorporeal, 426 patients) were evaluated. RESULTS Compared to the extracorporeal group, the intracorporeal group demonstrated superiority in incision length (P = 0.005), overall complications (P = 0.01), time to first flatus (P < 0.001), time to first stool (P = 0.005), time to first diet (P < 0.001) and hospital stay duration (P = 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The intracorporeal technique is associated with superiority over the extracorporeal technique in reducing postoperative complications, promoting postoperative recovery of gastrointestinal function, and reducing hospital stay duration.
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- Qing Yao
- Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044, China
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Yangzhou, Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic Diseases, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Medical College of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Yangzhou, Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic Diseases, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Yangzhou, Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic Diseases, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Yangzhou, Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic Diseases, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Yangzhou, Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic Diseases, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu, China.
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China.
- Yangzhou, Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic Diseases, Yangzhou, 225001, China.
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Squillaro AI, Kohn J, Weaver L, Yankovsky A, Milky G, Patel N, Kreaden US, Gaertner WB. Intracorporeal or extracorporeal anastomosis after minimally invasive right colectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Tech Coloproctol 2023; 27:1007-1016. [PMID: 37561350 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-023-02850-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023]
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PURPOSE As part of the wide adoption of minimally invasive surgery, intracorporeal anastomosis is becoming increasingly common. The benefits of minimally invasive versus open right colectomy are well known although the additional benefits of an intracorporeal anastomosis, performed laparoscopically or robotically, are unclear. The aim of this study was to assess the current literature comparing intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis in the setting of laparoscopic and robotic-assisted right colectomy. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted according to PRISMA and AMSTAR methods. Studies included were randomized controlled trials and prospective or retrospective cohort studies, between January 1 2010 and July 1 2021, comparing intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis with laparoscopic and robotic approaches. Four groups were identified: laparoscopic extracorporeal anastomosis (L-ECA), laparoscopic intracorporeal anastomosis (L-ICA), robotic extracorporeal anastomosis (R-ECA), and robotic intracorporeal anastomosis (R-ICA). Operative time, rate of conversion to an open procedure, surgical site infection, reoperation within 30 days, postoperative complications within 30 days, and length of hospital stay were assessed. RESULTS Twenty-one retrospective cohort studies were included in the final analysis. R-ICA and R-ECA had comparable operative times, but a robotic approach required more time than laparoscopic (68 min longer, p < 0.00001). Conversion to open surgery was 55% less likely in the R-ICA group vs. L-ICA, and up to 94% less likely in the R-ICA group in comparison to the R-ECA group. Length of hospital stay was shorter for R-ICA by a half day vs. R-ECA, and up to 1 day less vs. L-ECA. There were no differences in postoperative complications, reoperations, or surgical site infections, regardless of approach. However, the included studies all had high risks of bias due to confounding variables and patient selection. CONCLUSION Robotic-assisted right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis was associated with shorter length of hospitalization and decreased rate of conversion to open surgery, compared to either laparoscopic or extracorporeal robotic approaches. Prospective studies are needed to better understand the true impact of robotic approach and intracorporeal anastomosis in right colectomy.
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- A I Squillaro
- Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware St. S.E., Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA.
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, University of Minnesota, Mayo Mail Code 450, 420 Delaware St. S.E., Minneapolis, MN, 55455-0341, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware St. S.E., Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware St. S.E., Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA
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- Global Access, Value and Economics, Intuitive Surgical, 1020 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086, USA
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- Global Access, Value and Economics, Intuitive Surgical, 1020 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086, USA
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- Global Access, Value and Economics, Intuitive Surgical, 1020 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086, USA
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- Global Access, Value and Economics, Intuitive Surgical, 1020 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware St. S.E., Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, University of Minnesota, Mayo Mail Code 450, 420 Delaware St. S.E., Minneapolis, MN, 55455-0341, USA
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Yao Q, Sun QN, Zhou JJ, Ma Y, Ren J, Wang LH, Wang DR. Robotic-assisted intracorporeal versus extracorporeal techniques in sigmoidectomy: a propensity score-matched analysis. J Robot Surg 2023; 17:2479-2485. [PMID: 37515681 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01678-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
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Scarce research has been performed to assess the safety and efficacy of anastomosis technique on robotic-assisted sigmoidectomy. This study was designed to evaluate the difference between intracorporeal and extracorporeal techniques during robotic-assisted sigmoidectomy. Clinical data of 193 cases who received robotic-assisted sigmoidectomy were retrospectively collected and analyzed. Only 116 cases were available for analysis (intracorporeal group = 58 and extracorporeal group = 58) after propensity score matching. Independent sample t test was conducted to evaluate the continuous variables. Moreover, the statistical significance of categorical variables was tested using Chi-square or Fisher's exact tests. Statistical analysis showed that the intracorporeal group demonstrated greater superiorities in pain scale on the first and second postoperative day (P < 0.05), time of catheter indwelling (P = 0.009), and length of hospital stay (P = 0.019). Additionally, the intracorporeal technique contributed to fewer complications including urinary retention (P = 0.027) and hernia (P = 0.037) than the extracorporeal group. Our analysis revealed that intracorporeal technique was safe and feasible due to the shorter time of catheter indwelling and length of hospital stay and fewer post-operation complications.
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- Qing Yao
- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Dalian Medical University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Medical Research Center of Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Medical School of Nanjing University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Medical School of Nanjing University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu Province, China
- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Dalian Medical University, Yangzhou, 225001, China.
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, No. 98 Nantong West Road, Yangzhou, 225001, Jiangsu Province, China.
- Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China.
- General Surgery Institute of Yangzhou, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225001, China.
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Clinical Transformation of Digestive and Metabolic, Yangzhou, 225001, China.
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Cuk P, Büyükuslu M, Möller S, Verwaal VJ, Al-Najami I, Ellebæk MB. Intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in segmental resections for colon cancer: a retrospective cohort study of 328 patients. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:219. [PMID: 37256466 PMCID: PMC10232563 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02946-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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PURPOSE The intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) technique possibly results in enhanced recovery and reduced morbidity rates compared to the extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) technique. This study compared the short-term morbidity rates of IA versus EA in segmental resections for colon cancer. METHOD We performed a retrospective cohort study of consecutive patients from 2015 to 2020 using the IA or EA technique at a single Danish colorectal center. Comparative outcomes of interest were surgical efficacy and short-term morbidity rates. An inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) analysis of clinically relevant outcomes was conducted to explore potential baseline confounding. RESULTS We included 328 patients, 129 in the EA and 199 in the IA groups. There was no significant difference in preoperative baseline characteristics between the two groups. The rate of overall surgical (16% in both groups, p = 1.000) and medical complications (EA: 25 (19%) vs. IA: 27 (14%), p = 0.167) was comparable for both groups. The IA technique did not cause a reduction in operative time (EA: 127.0 min [103.0-171.0] vs. IA: 134.0 min [110.0-164.0], p = 0.547). The IPTW analysis indicated that having an IA caused a reduction in the rate of major surgical complications (RRRadjusted = 0.45, 95%CI [0.29-0.69], p = 0.000). CONCLUSION Adopting IA for colon cancer resulted in similar overall morbidity rates without increasing the duration of the surgical procedure compared to EA. The IA technique had a probable protective effect against developing severe surgical complications. However, this must be interpreted cautiously, limited by the retrospective study design.
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- Pedja Cuk
- Department of General and Colorectal Surgery, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Kresten Philipsens Vej 15, 6200, Aabenraa, Denmark.
- Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Pedja Cuk, Billesgade 14, 5000, Odense C, Denmark.
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- Surgical Department, Hospital of South West Jutland, Finsensgade 35, 6700, Esbjerg, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, J.B. Winsloewsvej 19, 5000, Odense, Denmark
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- Clinical Research Center, Lund University, Jan Wäldenströms Gata 35, 20502, Malmö, Sweden
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- Research Unit for Surgery, Odense University Hospital and University of Southern Denmark, J.B. Winsloewsvej 4, 5000, Odense, Denmark
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- Research Unit for Surgery, Odense University Hospital and University of Southern Denmark, J.B. Winsloewsvej 4, 5000, Odense, Denmark
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Zhang T, Sun Y, Mao W. Meta‑analysis of randomized controlled trials comparing intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in minimally invasive right hemicolectomy: upgrading the level of evidence. Int J Colorectal Dis 2023; 38:147. [PMID: 37248431 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-023-04445-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Minimally invasive right hemicolectomy has been increasingly used for the treatment of right hemicolectomy disease, and both intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA) and extracorporeal anastomosis (ECA) are available to restore intestinal continuity. However, the advantages and disadvantages of these two anastomoses are highly controversial. The present meta-analysis evaluated the effectiveness of ICA versus ECA in minimally invasive right colectomy to improve the grade of evidence. METHODS We searched the PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic or robotic right hemicolectomy published from database inception to February 2023. Two researchers performed the literature review, data extraction, bias assessment, and meta-analysis of the data using Review Manager 5.4 software. RESULTS Seven RCTs with a total of 750 patients were included in the meta-analysis. The results showed a lower incidence of postoperative paralytic ileus (RR 0.62, 95% CI 0.39 ~ 0.99, p = 0.04) and shorter incision length (MD - 1.38; 95% CI: - 1.98 ~ - 0.78, p < 0.00001), but longer operative time (MD 10.69; 95% CI: 2.76 ~ 18.63, p = 0.008). The remaining events including bleeding (RR 0.49, 95% CI: 0.12 ~ 2.04, p = 0.33), anastomotic leak (RR 0.62, 95% CI: 0.39 ~ 0.99, p = 0.85), surgical site infection (RR 0.15, 95% CI: 0.22 ~ 1.25, p = 0.15), overall perioperative morbidity (RR 0.86, 95% CI: 0.58 ~ 1.26, p = 0.44), number of harvested lymph nodes (MD 0.75; 95% CI: - 0.15 ~ 1.65, p = 0.10), and length of hospital stay (MD - 0.27; 95% CI: - 0.91 ~ 0.38, p = 0.42) were not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS Compared to ECA, ICA in minimally invasive right hemicolectomy reduced the risk of postoperative paralytic ileus and shortened the length of the incision but prolonged the operative time.
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- Tuo Zhang
- Department of General Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao Clinical Medical College, Nanjing Medical University, Qingdao, 266071, Shandong, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266071, Shandong, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao Clinical Medical College, Nanjing Medical University, Qingdao, 266071, Shandong, China.
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Du Q, Zheng Z, Zhong J, Wang Y, Yang L, Zhou Z. A U-tie technique simplifies the intracorporeal anastomosis of totally laparoscopic colectomy. Asian J Surg 2023:S1015-9584(23)00708-X. [PMID: 37230814 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2023.05.056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
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TECHNIQUE We propose a small improvement termed "U-tied functional end-to-end anastomosis", aiming to promote the standardization of totally laparoscopic colectomy. After bowel mobilization and vascular ligation, the proximal and distal bowel regions are tied in parallel using a ligature. Anastomosis is completed using a linear stapler through the common enterotomies. Resection of the bowel and closure of the stump are then performed simultaneously with one cartridge following the bowel anastomosis. RESULTS Thirty patients underwent U-tied anastomosis from December 2019 to October 2022. In all cases, two cartridges were used to complete the U-tied procedure. There were no major complications or mortality within 30 days after the operation, and only one patient developed mild surgical site infection. CONCLUSIONS The U-tied intracorporeal anastomosis is safe and effective, simplifying the reconstruction process and reducing the discrepancy between the operators' experience on the anastomotic outcomes. Thus, this procedure may promote homogeneity of intracorporeal anastomosis and reduce the use of cartridges.
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- Qiang Du
- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China.
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China; Institute of Digestive Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.
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- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China; Institute of Digestive Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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Guo Y, Li K, He L, Tong W, Chen Y, Wu B, Lin G, Qiu H, Xu L, Xiao Y, Wang Q. Surgical site infection after intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic left colectomy for colon cancer: a multicenter propensity score-matched cohort study. Surg Endosc 2023:10.1007/s00464-023-10093-y. [PMID: 37170026 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-023-10093-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/19/2023] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) is associated with reduced surgical site infection (SSI) and other postoperative complications in laparoscopic right colectomy (LRC). However, evidence is inadequate for IA in laparoscopic left colectomy (LLC). This study aimed to determine the effect of IA and extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) on SSI and other short-term postoperative complications in LLC. METHODS In this retrospective multicenter propensity score-matched (PSM) cohort study, we enrolled consecutive patients who underwent LLC with IA (TLLC/IA) and laparoscopic-assisted left colectomy with EA (LALC/EA) at two medical centers between January 2015 and September 2021. Propensity score matching with a 1:2 ratio was employed. The primary outcome was SSI occurrence. Secondary outcomes were operating time, intraoperative hemorrhage, other postoperative complications, and pathological outcomes. RESULTS Overall, 574 and 99 patients received LALC/EA and TLLC/IA, respectively. After PSM, 84 patients with TLLC/IA were matched with 141 patients with LALC/EA. Thirty patients (13.3%) patients experienced SSI (17.0% in LALC/EA vs 7.1% in TLLC/IA). IA was associated with a reduced risk of overall SSI and superficial/deep SSI compared with EA after PSM, with OR of 0.375 (95% CI, 0.147-0.959, P = 0.041). and 0.148 (95% CI, 0.034-0.648, P = 0.011), respectively. Multivariate analysis of unmatched patients indicated similar results. In the analysis of secondary outcomes, LALC/EA may have a shorter operating time (absolute mean difference - 13.41 [95% CI, - 23.76 to - 3.06], P = 0.002) and a higher risk of intraoperative hemorrhage (absolute risk difference 4.96 [95% CI, - 0.09 to 9.89], P = 0.048). CONCLUSIONS IA in LLC is associated with a reduced risk of overall SSI and superficial/deep SSI. However, it may require a longer operating time.
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- Yuchen Guo
- Department of Gastrocolorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Gastrocolorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Gastrocolorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Gastrocolorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China.
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- Department of Gastrocolorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China.
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Driouch J, Thaher O, Brinkmann S, Bausch D, Glatz T. Robotic-assisted rectosigmoid resection rectopexy with natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE): technical notes, short-term results, and functional outcome. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:177. [PMID: 37140719 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02918-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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PURPOSE Rectosigmoid resection rectopexy has been established as an effective therapy for obstructive defecation syndrome. The addition of the NOSE-technique provides an even less invasive approach avoiding minilaparotomy, but can be technically challenging. Application of a robotic platform has been proposed to facilitate the specimen extraction and fashioning of the intracorporeal anastomosis and has been proven to be effective in left-sided colectomies. METHODS After establishing laparoscopic rectosigmoid-resection-rectopexy with NOSE, we modified our technique by addition of the robotic platform. Whenever robotic capacity was available, elective patients scheduled for rectosigmoid resection rectopexy for obstructive defecation syndrome were operated robotically assisted. Demographic and intraoperative data were prospectively collected. Follow up was assessed using the Wexner constipation score, Wexner incontinence score, and Altomare ODS score. RESULTS The NOSE-RRR technique was completed in all 31 patients. The mean operative time was 166 min (range 67-230). No conversion was required. The median hospital stay was 5 days (range 3-28). Four patients had minor complications (Clavien I). Two patients were reoperated (Clavien IIIb). Functional scores improved significantly postoperatively. Mean Wexner incontinence score was 7.1 preoperatively, 6.9 after 1 month, and decreased significantly to 3.93 after 3 months (p < 0.001). Mean Altomare ODS score was 17.47 preoperatively and 6.93/5.03 after 1/3 months (p < 0.001). Wexner constipation score (12.83) also showed a significant improvement after 1/3 months (6.97/6.67; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION NOSE-RRR can be performed safely with a low rate of manageable complications. The technique provides a significant improvement for ODS-Symptoms.
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- Jamal Driouch
- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr University of Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
- Department of Surgery, St. Elisabeth Hospital, Iserlohn, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr University of Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr University of Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr University of Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr University of Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany.
- Department of Surgery, Südharzklinikum Nordhausen, Nordhausen, Germany.
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Serra-Aracil X, Mora-Lopez L, Gomez-Torres I, Pallisera-Lloveras A, Serracant A, Garcia-Nalda A, Pino-Perez O, Torrecilla A, Navarro-Soto S. Laparoscopic and robotic intracorporeal resection and end-to-end anastomosis in left colectomy: a prospective cohort study - stage 2a IDEAL framework for evaluating surgical innovation. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:135. [PMID: 37002506 PMCID: PMC10065998 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02844-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023]
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PURPOSE To analyze the safety and feasibility of intracorporeal resection and anastomosis in upper rectum, sigmoid, and left colon surgery, via both laparoscopic and robotic approaches. The secondary aim was to assess possible short-term differences between laparoscopic versus robotic surgery. METHODS A prospective observational cohort study according to IDEAL framework exploration and assessment stage (Development, stage 2a), evaluating and comparing the laparoscopic approach and the robotic approach in left colon, sigmoid, and upper rectum surgery with intracorporeal resection and end-to-end anastomosis. Demographic, preoperative, surgical, and postoperative variables of patients undergoing laparoscopic and robotic surgery are described and compared according to the surgical technique used. RESULTS Between May 2020 and March 2022, seventy-nine patients were consecutively included in the study, 41 operated via laparoscopy (laparoscopic left colectomy: LLC) and 38 by robotic surgery (robotic left colectomy: RLC). There were no statistically significant differences between the two groups in terms of demographic variables. In surgical variables, the median surgical times differed significantly: 198 min (SD 48 min) for LLC vs. 246 min (SD 72 min) for RLC (p = 0.01, 95% CI: - 75.2 to - 20.5)). The only significant difference regarding postoperative complications was a higher degree of relevant morbidity in the LLC (Clavien-Dindo > II (14.6% vs. 0%, p = 0.03) and Comprehensive Complication Index (IQR 22 vs. IQR 0, p = 0.03). The pathological results were similar in both approaches. CONCLUSION Laparoscopic and robotic intracorporeal resection and anastomosis are feasible and safe, and obtain similar surgical, postoperative, and pathological results than described in literature. However, morbidity seems to be higher in LLC group with fewer relevant postoperative complications. The results of this study enable us to proceed to stage 2b of the IDEAL framework. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATIONS The study is registered in Clinical trials with the registration code NCT0445693.
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- X Serra-Aracil
- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain.
- Coloproctology Unit, General and Digestive Surgery Service, Parc Tauli University Hospital, Sabadell, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain.
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General Y del Ap. Digestivo, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli I3PT, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Parc Tauli S/N, 08208, Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
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Zhou H, Bian C, Wang A, Xiang H. Single-incision plus one port laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with complete mesocolic excision and intracorporeal anastomosis. Tech Coloproctol 2023; 27:237-238. [PMID: 35752983 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-022-02646-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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- Haiyang Zhou
- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Changzheng Hospital, Navy Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China.
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Changzheng Hospital, Navy Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Changzheng Hospital, Navy Medical University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Department of General Surgery, Pudong New Area People's Hospital, Shanghai, People's Republic of China.
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Ozawa H, Toyota N, Sakamoto J, Nakanishi H, Nakanishi R, Fujita S. Mid-term outcomes of intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis after laparoscopic colectomy: a propensity score-matched cohort study from a single institution. Surg Today 2023:10.1007/s00595-022-02636-y. [PMID: 36656391 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-022-02636-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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PURPOSE There is still insufficient discussion of the mid- to long-term safety of the intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) method of reconstruction after laparoscopic colectomy (LAC) for colon cancer. The present study clarified the postoperative mid-term results of IA based on recurrence and the incidence of incision hernia. METHODS This single-institution observational retrospective study included 268 patients with colon cancer who underwent IA or extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) after LAC at our institution between 2018 and 2021. The mid-term results of the IA group were compared with those of the EA group using a propensity score matching method. RESULTS The median follow-up periods were 36 and 25 months in the EA and IA groups, respectively (p < 0.0001). In this matched cohort study, the recurrence-free survival (RFS) rates were comparable between the IA and EA groups (each group, n = 72; 3-year RFS: IA, 92.1%; EA, 88.2%; hazard ratio, 0.78; 95% confidence interval, 0.25-2.40; p = 0.66). The cumulative incisional hernia rates were 9.8% and 9.9% (p = 0.99) for the IA and EA groups, respectively. CONCLUSION The safety of IA after LAC was demonstrated in this study, as IA after LAC showed good mid-term results, including with regard to the rates of recurrence and incisional hernia.
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- Heita Ozawa
- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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Van Eetvelde E, Violon S, Poortmans N, Stijns J, Duinslaeger M, Vanhoeij M, Buyl R, Jacobs-Tulleneers-Thevissen D. Safe implementation of robotic right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis. J Robot Surg 2022; 17:1071-1076. [PMID: 36566471 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-022-01514-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 12/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The robotic platform can overcome technical difficulties associated with laparoscopic colon surgery. Transitioning from laparoscopic right colectomy with extracorporeal anastomosis (ECA) to robotic right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA) is associated with a learning phase. This study aimed at determining the length of this learning phase and its associated morbidity. We retrospectively analyzed all laparoscopic right colectomies with ECA (n = 38) and robotic right colectomies with ICA (n = 67) for (pre)malignant lesions performed by a single surgeon between January 2014 and December 2020. CUSUM-plot analysis of total procedure time was used for learning curve determination of robotic colectomies. Non-parametric tests were used for statistical analysis. Compared to laparoscopy, the learning phase robotic right colectomies (n = 35) had longer procedure times (p < 0.001) but no differences in anastomotic leakage rate, length of stay or 30-day morbidity. Conversion rate was reduced from 16 to 3 percent in the robotic group. This study provides evidence that robotic right colectomy with ICA can be safely implemented without increasing morbidity.
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- E Van Eetvelde
- Department of Surgery, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Department of Surgery, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Surgery, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Surgery, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Surgery, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Surgery, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Laarbeeklaan 103, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Surgery, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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He L, Li M, Zhang JX, Tong WH, Chen Y, Wang Q. Surgical site infection after intracorporeal anastomosis for left-sided colon cancer: study protocol for a non-inferiority multicenter randomized controlled trial (STARS). Trials 2022; 23:954. [PMID: 36415000 PMCID: PMC9682838 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-022-06914-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 11/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Surgical site infection (SSI), as one of the most common hospital-acquired infection, is usually associated with increased morbidity, mortality, and health care burden. SSI is a significant perioperative complication after colon cancer surgery, particularly for left-sided colon cancer. This paper describes the background and design of the "Surgical Site Infection after intracorporeal anastomosis for Left-sided Colon Cancer: study protocol for a non-inferiority multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial (STARS)." The STARS trial aims to compare the incidence of SSI after intracorporeal anastomosis and extracorporeal anastomosis after radical resection of colon cancer and to explore the risk factors of SSI. METHODS A total of 354 left colon cancer patients from 8 hospitals in China will be enrolled in this multi-center randomized controlled study. The primary outcome of this study is the incidence of SSI 30 days after left-sided colon cancer surgery. Secondary outcome measures include operation time, blood loss, conversion rate, incidence of perioperative complications, completeness of resection, number of lymph nodes collected and postoperative recovery characteristics, 3-year disease-free survival, and 5-year overall survival. The first patient was enrolled in January 2021. DISCUSSION To our knowledge, this is the first prospective multicenter study to investigate whether there is a difference in the SSI incidence after intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis for left-sided colon cancer in China. The results may provide more evidence that supports performing total laparoscopic left-sided colon cancer surgery. TRIAL REGISTRATION The trial has been registered on ClinicalTrials.gov website (ID: NCT04201717). Registered on September 22, 2020.
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- Liang He
- grid.430605.40000 0004 1758 4110Department of Gastric and Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- grid.430605.40000 0004 1758 4110Department of Gastric and Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- grid.430605.40000 0004 1758 4110Department of Gastric and Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- grid.430605.40000 0004 1758 4110Department of Gastric and Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- grid.430605.40000 0004 1758 4110Department of Gastric and Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- grid.430605.40000 0004 1758 4110Department of Gastric and Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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Selznick S, Levy J, Bogdan RM, Hawel J, Elnahas A, Alkhamesi NA, Schlachta CM. Laparoscopic right colectomies with intracorporeal compared to extracorporeal anastomotic techniques are associated with reduced post-operative incisional hernias. Surg Endosc 2022:10.1007/s00464-022-09585-0. [PMID: 36192658 PMCID: PMC9529334 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09585-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background Owing to important differences in surgical technique, laparoscopic right colectomy with intracorporeal (ICA) compared to extracorporeal (ECA) anastomotic technique may result in improved patient outcomes. We aimed to compare both techniques according to incisional hernias and other pertinent perioperative characteristics, post-operative complications, and oncologic quality markers.
Methods All adult patients undergoing laparoscopic right colectomies between 2015 and 2020 at a single institution were included. ICA and ECA techniques were compared based on selected outcomes using univariable and multivariable statistical analyses, as appropriate. Subgroup analyses were restricted to patients with neoplastic indications for surgery and non-urgent operations. Results A total of 517 patients met inclusion criteria, of which 139 (26.9%) underwent ICA and 378 (73.1%) underwent ECA. ICA and ECA patients had similar baseline characteristics. At two years of follow-up, a lower proportion of ICA patients developed a hernia at the extraction incision (1.5% vs. 7.1%, p = 0.02) and ICA was associated with an 80% reduction in extraction incision hernias (aHR 0.20, p = 0.03). These results were stable through subgroup and sensitivity analyses. Median operative time was longer in the ICA group (186 min vs. 135 min, p < 0.001), but the gap in operative time narrowed during the study period. Median length of stay was one calendar day shorter in the ICA group (3 days vs. 4 days, p = 0.007) and ICA was associated with a 13% decrease in the length of stay (aRR 0.87, p = 0.02). The incidence of superficial wound infections, anastomotic leaks and re-interventions was lower in ICA patients, but this difference was not statistically significant. 90-day unscheduled visits, readmissions, and mortalities were similar across both groups, as were oncologic outcomes. Conclusion Laparoscopic right colectomies with intracorporeal anastomoses are associated with a reduction in incisional hernias and shorter hospital lengths of stay without compromising on patient safety or oncologic principles. Graphical abstract ![]()
Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s00464-022-09585-0.
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- Sydney Selznick
- CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics), London Health Science Centre, 339 Windermere Rd, London, ON, N6A 5A5, Canada
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- CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics), London Health Science Centre, 339 Windermere Rd, London, ON, N6A 5A5, Canada
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- CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics), London Health Science Centre, 339 Windermere Rd, London, ON, N6A 5A5, Canada
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- CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics), London Health Science Centre, 339 Windermere Rd, London, ON, N6A 5A5, Canada
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- CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics), London Health Science Centre, 339 Windermere Rd, London, ON, N6A 5A5, Canada
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- CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics), London Health Science Centre, 339 Windermere Rd, London, ON, N6A 5A5, Canada
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- CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics), London Health Science Centre, 339 Windermere Rd, London, ON, N6A 5A5, Canada.
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Dohrn N, Oppermann C, Yikilmaz H, Laursen M, Khesrawi F, Clausen FB, Jakobsen HL, Brisling S, Lykke J, Eriksen JR, Klein MF, Gögenur I. The effect of intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in robotic right colectomy on perianastomotic perfusion: a substudy to a multicenter RCT. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2022. [PMID: 36171282 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-022-02693-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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PURPOSE Previous studies have shown that intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA) in minimally invasive right colectomy may improve postoperative recovery compared with extracorporeal anastomosis (ECA). It has been hypothesized that creating the anastomosis extracorporeally may cause mesenteric traction and compromised intestinal perfusion. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of either ICA or ECA on intestinal perfusion. METHOD This was a substudy to a multicenter, triple-blind randomized clinical trial comparing ICA with ECA in patients undergoing robotic right colectomy for colonic cancer. Videos from intraoperative Indocyanine Green (ICG) fluorescence imaging were analyzed with quantitative ICG perfusion assessment (q-ICG). q-ICG was performed by extracting perfusion metrics from a time-intensity curve generated from an image analysis software: FMAX: maximal fluorescence intensity, TMAX: time until maximal fluorescent signal, T1/2MAX: time until half-maximal fluorescent signal, time ratio (T1/2MAX/TMAX) and slope. RESULTS A total of 68 patients (33 ICA and 35 ECA) were available for analysis. Demographics were similar between the groups, except for mean arterial blood pressure at the time of ICG infusion, which was significantly lower in the ICA group. We found a significantly steeper slope in the ICA group compared to the ECA group (6.3 vs. 4.7 AU/sec, P = .048). There were no significant differences in FMAX, TMAX, T1/2MAX, and time ratio. CONCLUSION We found evidence of an improved intestinal perfusion following ICA compared with ECA. This finding may be related to patient outcomes and should be explored further in the future. TRIAL REGISTRATION CLINICALTRIALS gov NCT03130166.
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Hamamoto H, Suzuki Y, Takano Y, Kuramoto T, Ishii M, Osumi W, Masubuchi S, Tanaka K, Uchiyama K. Medium-term oncological outcomes of totally laparoscopic colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis for right-sided and left-sided colon cancer: propensity score matching analysis. BMC Surg 2022; 22:345. [PMID: 36123673 PMCID: PMC9487081 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-022-01798-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background This retrospective study aimed to compare long-term oncological outcomes between laparoscopic-assisted colectomy (LAC) with extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) and totally laparoscopic colectomy (TLC) with intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) for colon cancers, including right- and left-sided colon cancers. Methods Patients with stage I–III colon cancers who underwent elective laparoscopic colectomy between January 2013 and December 2017 were analyzed retrospectively. Patients converted from laparoscopic to open surgery and R1/R2 resection were excluded. Propensity score matching (PSM) analysis (1:1) was performed to overcome patient selection bias. Results A total of 388 patients were reviewed. After PSM, 83 patients in the EA group and 83 patients in the IA group were compared. Median follow-up was 56.5 months in the EA group and 55.5 months in the IA group. Estimated 3-year overall survival (OS) did not differ significantly between the EA group (86.6%; 95% confidence interval (CI), 77.4–92.4%) and IA group (84.8%; 95%CI, 75.0–91.1%; P = 0.68). Estimated 3-year disease-free survival (DFS) likewise did not differ significantly between the EA group (76.4%; 95%CI, 65.9–84.4%) and IA group (81.0%; 95%CI, 70.1–88.2%; P = 0.12). Conclusion TLC with IA was comparable to LAC with EA in terms of 3-year OS and DFS. TLC with IA thus appears to offer an oncologically feasible procedure.
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- Hiroki Hamamoto
- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan.
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7 Daigaku-Machi, Takatsuki, 569-8686, Japan
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Wang LM, Jong BK, Liao CK, Kou YT, Chern YJ, Hsu YJ, Hsieh PS, Tsai WS, You JF. Comparison of short-term and medium-term outcomes between intracorporeal anastomosis and extracorporeal anastomosis for laparoscopic left hemicolectomy. World J Surg Oncol 2022; 20:270. [PMID: 36030250 PMCID: PMC9419322 DOI: 10.1186/s12957-022-02735-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 08/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Few studies have evaluated the feasibility and safety of intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) for left hemicolectomy. Here, we aimed to investigate the potential advantages and disadvantages of laparoscopic left hemicolectomy with IA and compare the short- and medium-term outcomes between IA and extracorporeal anastomosis (EA). METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 133 consecutive patients who underwent laparoscopic left hemicolectomies from July 2016 to September 2019 and categorized them into the IA and EA groups. Patients with stage 4 disease and conversion to laparotomy or those lost to follow-up were excluded. Postoperative outcomes between IA and EA groups were compared. Short-term outcomes included postoperative pain score, bowel function recovery, complications, duration of hospital stay, and pathological outcome. Medium outcomes included overall survival and disease-free survival for at least 2 years. RESULTS After excluding ineligible patients, the remaining 117 underwent IA (n = 40) and EA (n = 77). The IA group had a shorter hospital stay, a shorter time to tolerate liquid or soft diets, and higher serum C-reactive protein level on postoperative day 3. There was no difference between two groups in operative time, postoperative pain, specimen length, or nearest margin. A 2-year overall survival (IA vs. EA: 95.0% vs. 93.5%, p = 0.747) and disease-free survival (IA vs. EA: 97.5% vs. 90.9%, p = 0.182) rates were comparable between two groups. CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic left hemicolectomy with IA was technically feasible, with better short-term outcomes, including shorter hospital stays and shorter time to tolerate liquid or soft diets. The IA group had higher postoperative serum C-reactive protein level; however, no complications were observed. Regarding medium-term outcomes, the overall survival and disease-free survival rates were comparable between IA and EA procedures.
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- Li-Ming Wang
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, No. 5, Fuxing Street, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan.
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Aizawa M, Yabusaki H, Matsuki A, Bamba T, Nakagawa S. Intracorporeal hand-sewn anastomosis following pylorus-preserving gastrectomy: surgical technique and short-term surgical outcome. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2022. [PMID: 35670857 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-022-02575-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2021] [Accepted: 05/29/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although several procedures for mechanical anastomosis have recently been reported, intracorporeal manually hand-sewn anastomosis for totally laparoscopic pylorus-preserving gastrectomy (TLPPG) is considered technically difficult. Here, we report a new technique for laparoscopic reconstruction using hand-sewn sutures. METHODS Together with a proper lymphadenectomy, the stomach was detached and resected using separate two-layer incisions, similar to the original laparotomy method. An approximately 5-cm antral cuff was left in place. The essential concept of this new method was to align the anastomotic site by rotating each clamped gastric stump. This allowed us to perform a secure, hand-sewn, two-layer anastomosis successfully. The short-term surgical outcome after TLPPG was retrospectively compared with that for patients who underwent a conventional laparoscopy-assisted procedure (LAPPG). RESULTS Of the 20 consecutive patients who underwent pylorus-preserving gastrectomy in our department between 2014 and 2021, the first 8 patients and the subsequent 12 patients underwent LAPPG and TLPPG, respectively. The operation time was significantly longer in the TLPPG group (median, 302 vs. 269 min). The morbidity was comparable (8.3% in TLPPG vs. 12.5% in LAPPG). Postoperative delayed gastric emptying was only observed in one patient in the LAPPG group. TLPPG reduced the cost of the operation by reducing the number of linear stapler cartridges required. CONCLUSION A purely hand-sewn gastrogastrostomy is safe, feasible, and cost-effective, and it omits the need for a mini-laparotomy in the upper abdomen.
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Driouch J, Thaher O, Alnammous G, Dehnst J, Bausch D, Glatz T. Technical feasibility and perioperative outcome of laparoscopic resection rectopexy with natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE) and intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA). Langenbecks Arch Surg 2022; 407:2041-2049. [PMID: 35484427 PMCID: PMC9399035 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-022-02514-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Purpose Laparoscopic rectosigmoid resection rectopexy (LRR) is the most effective treatment of obstructive defecation syndrome but is associated with a higher postoperative morbidity compared to transanal approaches. Natural orifice specimen extraction (NOSE) has been described as a promising technique to lower morbidity in colorectal cancer surgery. In this study, we analyze the technical challenges of adapting this technique to LRR and compare the perioperative results to the conventional laparoscopic technique with specimen extraction via minilaparotomy and extracorporeal anastomosis. Methods We retrospectively analyzed 45 patients who underwent laparoscopic rectosigmoid resection rectopexy due to obstructive defecation syndrome at our institutions. From September 2020 to July 2021, we treated 17 consecutive patients with NOSE-LRR and compared the results to a historic cohort of 28 consecutive patients treated with conventional laparoscopic rectosigmoid resection rectopexy plus minilaparotomy (LAP-LRR) for specimen extraction between January 2019 and July 2020. Assessed were patient- and disease-specific parameters, operative time, hospital and postoperative complications and subjective patient satisfaction after 6 months of follow-up. Results Both groups were comparable in terms of gender distribution, age, and comorbidities. The median operating time was similar and the perioperative morbidity was comparable in both groups. The length of stay in hospital was significantly shorter in the NOSE-LRR group (median 6 vs 8 days). Conclusion NOSE-LRR can be implemented safely, performed in a comparable operating time, and is associated with a comparable rate of postoperative complications. The technique offers the a potentially fast postoperative recovery compared to the conventional laparoscopic technique.
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- Jamal Driouch
- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany.
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- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus- Klinik Hemer, Breddestraße 22, 58675, Hemer, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus- Klinik Hemer, Breddestraße 22, 58675, Hemer, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
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MERCY Study Collaborating Group. Predictors of surgical outcomes of minimally invasive right colectomy: the MERCY study. Int J Colorectal Dis 2022; 37:907-18. [PMID: 35305120 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-022-04095-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/09/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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PURPOSE The optimal approach for minimally invasive (MIS) right colectomy remains under debate. This study aimed to describe surgical trends in the treatment of nonmetastatic right colon cancer and to identify predictors of short-term surgical outcomes. METHODS A retrospective multicenter cohort study of Minimally-invasivE surgery for oncologic Right ColectomY (MERCY) was conducted on patients who underwent laparoscopic or robotic right colectomy between 2014 and 2020. Classification tree approach was used to describe the extracorporeal (EA) or intracorporeal (IA) anastomosis choice. Mixed-model regressions were used to identify patient- and surgery-related factors predictive of postoperative outcomes. A questionnaire was used to evaluate the surgeons' perspectives. RESULTS The MERCY database comprised 1870 patients; 87.2% underwent laparoscopy, and 68.1% received an EA. A clear surgical trend was noted, with an increasing rate of IA and robotic procedures after 2017. EA represented 41% of anastomoses in centers equipped with a robotic surgical system. Mixed-model regressions (on 1088 patients) showed that age, sex, BMI, comorbidity, robotics, IA, and conversion to open surgery were predictors of surgical outcomes. In particular, IA was a predictor of a shorter time to regular diet and fewer surgical site infections. Based on the questionnaire, IA was the preferred over EA by 72% of surgeons. CONCLUSION MIS continues to evolve, with an increasing number of IA being performed in the recent years and when using a robotic surgical system. Understanding the role of predictors of surgical outcomes may help surgeons personalize decision-making among the different MIS options to manage right colon cancer.
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Liang Y, Li L, Su Q, Liu Y, Yin H, Wu D. Short-term outcomes of intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis in robotic right colectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Tech Coloproctol 2022; 26:529-535. [PMID: 35347491 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-022-02599-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2021] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Ileocolic anastomosis is performed via extracorporeal or intracorporeal techniques in robotic right hemicolectomy. The aim of this meta-analysis was to compare the short-term outcomes of intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) and extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) for robotic right colectomy. The EMBASE, PubMed, and Cochrane Library databases were searched systematically (from inception until March 1, 2020) for randomized and non-randomized control trials reporting the short-term outcomes of IA and EA for robotic right colectomy. Five observational cohort studies involving 585 participants were included in our meta-analysis. Compared to the EA group, the IA group showed significantly longer operation time [weighted mean difference (WMD): 28.88, 95% confidence interval (CI) 13.88-43.89, p = 0.0002], lower rate of anastomotic leak (odds ratio: 0.26, 95% CI 0.08-0.85, p = 0.03), and shorter time to first flatus (WMD: - 0.57, 95% CI - 0.95 to 0.19, p = 0.003). However, pooled results revealed no difference in blood loss, complications, wound infection, incisional hernia, length of incision, and hospital stay between the IA and EA groups (p < 0.05). This meta-analysis indicated that IA was superior to EA in terms of anastomotic leak and time to first flatus, but inferior in terms of operation time. Large-scale, multicenter, randomized studies are needed to confirm our findings.
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- Y Liang
- Department of General Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, Gansu Provincial Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
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Cleary RK, Silviera M, Reidy TJ, McCormick J, Johnson CS, Sylla P, Cannon J, Lujan H, Kassir A, Landmann R, Gaertner W, Lee E, Bastawrous A, Bardakcioglu O, Pandey S, Attaluri V, Bernstein M, Obias V, Franklin ME, Pigazzi A. Intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis for robotic-assisted and laparoscopic right colectomy: short-term outcomes of a multi-center prospective trial. Surg Endosc 2022; 36:4349-4358. [PMID: 34724580 PMCID: PMC9085698 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08780-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/13/2021] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND Studies to date show contrasting conclusions when comparing intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomoses for minimally invasive right colectomy. Large multi-center prospective studies comparing perioperative outcomes between these two techniques are needed. The purpose of this study was to compare intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomoses outcomes for robotic assisted and laparoscopic right colectomy. METHODS Multi-center, prospective, observational study of patients with malignant or benign disease scheduled for laparoscopic or robotic-assisted right colectomy. Outcomes included conversion rate, gastrointestinal recovery, and complication rates. RESULTS There were 280 patients: 156 in the robotic assisted and laparoscopic intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) group and 124 in the robotic assisted and laparoscopic extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) group. The EA group was older (mean age 67 vs. 65 years, p = 0.05) and had fewer white (81% vs. 90%, p = 0.05) and Hispanic (2% vs. 12%, p = 0.003) patients. The EA group had more patients with comorbidities (82% vs. 72%, p = 0.04) while there was no significant difference in individual comorbidities between groups. IA was associated with fewer conversions to open and hand-assisted laparoscopic approaches (p = 0.007), shorter extraction site incision length (4.9 vs. 6.2 cm; p ≤ 0.0001), and longer operative time (156.9 vs. 118.2 min). Postoperatively, patients with IA had shorter time to first flatus, (1.5 vs. 1.8 days; p ≤ 0.0001), time to first bowel movement (1.6 vs. 2.0 days; p = 0.0005), time to resume soft/regular diet (29.0 vs. 37.5 h; p = 0.0014), and shorter length of hospital stay (median, 3 vs. 4 days; p ≤ 0.0001). Postoperative complication rates were comparable between groups. CONCLUSION In this prospective, multi-center study of minimally invasive right colectomy across 20 institutions, IA was associated with significant improvements in conversion rates, return of bowel function, and shorter hospital stay, as well as significantly longer operative times compared to EA. These data validate current efforts to increase training and adoption of the IA technique for minimally invasive right colectomy.
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- Robert K. Cleary
- Department of Surgery, Saint Joseph’s Mercy Hospital, 5325 Elliott Drive, Ste 104, Ann Arbor, MI 48106 USA
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- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO USA
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- Department of Surgery, Franciscan Health, Indianapolis, IN USA
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA USA
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- Department of Surgery, Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Tulsa, OK USA
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- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL USA
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jackson Health System, Miami, FL USA
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- Colon and Rectal Clinical, Honor Health, Scottsdale, AZ USA
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- Department of Colon Rectal Surgery, Baptist MD Andersen Cancer Center, Jacksonville, FL USA
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN USA
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- Department of Surgery, Albany Medical College, Albany, NY USA
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- Colon and Rectal Clinic, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA USA
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- Department of Colorectal, Las Vegas School of Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV USA
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- West Valley Colon and Rectal Surgery Center, Sun City, AZ USA
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA USA
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, NY USA
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, The George Washington University Hospital, Washington, DC USA
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Weill Medical College Cornell University, New York, NY USA
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Clarke EM, Rahme J, Larach T, Rajkomar A, Jain A, Hiscock R, Warrier S, Smart P. Robotic versus laparoscopic right hemicolectomy: a retrospective cohort study of the Binational Colorectal Cancer Database. J Robot Surg 2021; 16:927-933. [PMID: 34709537 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-021-01319-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Robotic right hemicolectomy (RRC) may have technical advantages over the conventional laparoscopic right colectomy (LRC) due to higher degrees of rotation, articulation, and tri-dimensional imaging. There is growing literature describing advantages of RRC compared to LRC; however, there is a lack of evidence about safety, oncologic quality of surgery and cost. This study aimed to analyse complication rates, length of stay and nodal harvest in patients undergoing minimally invasive right hemicolectomy for colon cancer from a prospective Australasian colorectal cancer database. This was a retrospective cohort study using nearest neighbour matching. The Binational Colorectal Cancer Audit (BCCA) provided the data for analysis. The primary outcome was length of stay. Secondary outcomes were harvested lymph node count, anastomotic leak, postoperative haemorrhage, abdominal abscess, postoperative ileus, wound infections and non-surgical complications. 4977 patients who underwent robotic (n = 146) or laparoscopic (n = 4831) right hemicolectomy for right-sided colon cancer were included. For RRC, LOS was shorter (5 vs 6.9 days, p = 0.01) and nodal harvest was higher (22 vs 19, p = 0.04). For RRC, surgical complications (5.9% vs 14.2%, p < 0.004) and non-surgical complications (4.6% vs 11.7%, p = 0.007) were lower though there was no difference in return to theatre or inpatient death. Robotic right hemicolectomy is associated shorter LOS and marginally higher lymph node count, though this may reflect anastomotic technique rather than surgical platform. Longer term studies are required to establish differences in overall survival, incisional hernia rates and cost effectiveness.
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- Edward M Clarke
- Department of Surgery, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Melbourne, VIC, 3084, Australia.
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- Department of Surgery, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Melbourne, VIC, 3084, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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- General Surgery and Gastroenterology Clinical Institute, Epworth HealthCare, Richmond, Melbourne, VIC, 3121, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Eastern Health, Box Hill, Melbourne, VIC, 3128, Australia
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- Translational Obstetrics Group, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, 3010, Australia.,Mercy Perinatal, Mercy Hospital for Women, Heidelberg, Melbourne, VIC, 3084, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia.,General Surgery and Gastroenterology Clinical Institute, Epworth HealthCare, Richmond, Melbourne, VIC, 3121, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Melbourne, VIC, 3084, Australia.,General Surgery and Gastroenterology Clinical Institute, Epworth HealthCare, Richmond, Melbourne, VIC, 3121, Australia
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Ozawa H, Sakamoto J, Nakanishi H, Fujita S. Short-term outcomes of intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis after laparoscopic colectomy: a propensity score-matched cohort study from a single institution. Surg Today 2021; 52:616-623. [PMID: 34669014 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-021-02375-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2021] [Accepted: 07/18/2021] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare the postoperative short-term results of intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) using overlap anastomosis (OLA), with those of extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) using functional end-to-end anastomosis (FEEA) or hand-sewn anastomosis (HSA), after laparoscopic colectomy (LAC). METHODS The subjects of this retrospective study were 208 patients with colon cancer who underwent OLA, FEEA, or HSA after LAC at our institution, between 2018 and 2021. The short-term results of the OLA group were compared with those of the FEEA and HSA groups, respectively, using a propensity score-matching method. RESULTS The mean operative time for anastomosis was longer in the OLA group than in the FEEA and HSA groups (p < 0.0001). The mean blood loss volume was less in the OLA group than in the FEEA and HSA groups (p = 0.0344 and p = 0.0002, respectively). The mean skin incision size was smaller in the OLA group than in the FEEA and HSA groups (p < 0.0001 and p = 0.0031, respectively). None of the patients in the OLA group had surgical site infections. Three to five patients were required for the surgeon to plateau on the learning curve. CONCLUSION Although IA required more time than EA, the skills appeared to improve with experience and the short-term results were superior to those of EA.
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- Heita Ozawa
- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tochigi Cancer Center, 4-9-13 Yohnan, Utsunomiya, Tochigi, 320-0834, Japan
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Sorgato N, Mammano E, Contardo T, Vittadello F, Sarzo G, Morpurgo E. Right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis for cancer: a prospective comparison between robotics and laparoscopy. J Robot Surg 2021. [PMID: 34368911 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-021-01290-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2021] [Accepted: 07/31/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Robotics in right colectomy are still under debate. Available studies compare different techniques of ileocolic anastomosis but results are non-conclusive. Our study aimed to compare intraoperative outcomes, and short-term postoperative results between robotic and standard laparoscopic right colectomies for cancer with intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA) fashioned with the same technique. All consecutive patients scheduled for laparoscopic or robotic right hemicolectomies with ICA for cancer in two hospitals, one of which is a tertiary care centre, were prospectively enrolled in our prospective observational study, from April 2018 to December 2019. ICA was fashioned with the same stapled hand-sewn technique. Continuous and categorical variables were analysed using t test and chi-squared test as required. Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Forty patients underwent laparoscopic surgery, and 48 underwent robotic right colectomy and were included in the intention-to-treat analysis. Operative time was not statistically different between the two groups (robotic group 265.9 min vs laparoscopic group 254.2 min, p = 0.29). The robotic group had a significantly shorter time for stump oversewing (ileum reinforcement: robotic group 9.3 min vs laparoscopic group 14.2 min, p < 0.001; colon reinforcement: robotic 7.7. min, laparoscopy 13.9 min, p < 0.001) and for ICA (robotic 31.6 min vs laparoscopy 43.0, p < 0.001). One patient underwent extracorporeal anastomosis in the robotic group. The short-term outcomes were comparable between standard laparoscopic and robotic right colectomies with ICA. The limitation of the study is its small sample size and the fact that it was done in two institutions under the supervision of one person. Our data demonstrate that intracorporeal ileocolic anastomosis is safe, and faster and easier with robotic systems. Robotics can facilitate more challenging ICA in minimally invasive surgery.
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Takei S, Watanabe J, Ishibe A, Suwa Y, Nakagawa K, Ozawa M, Suwa H, Misumi T, Kunisaki C, Endo I. Study protocol: a multicenter randomized controlled trial to evaluate the length of hospital stay of intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic colectomy for colon cancer (CONNECT study). Int J Colorectal Dis 2021; 36:1323-8. [PMID: 33528751 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-021-03869-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) and extracorporeal anastomosis (EA) could not prove a significant reduction in postoperative stay and therefore did not provide sufficient evidence of IA. Recently, we reported a new intracorporeal anastomosis method and intracorporeal end-to-end anastomosis (IEEA). However, there have been no studies comparing intracorporeal side-to-side anastomosis (ISSA) to IEEA. PURPOSE The main purpose of this study is to verify the superiority of IA over EA. The secondary purpose is to compare IEEA with ISSA. METHODS Patients scheduled to undergo laparoscopic colectomy for colon cancer are recruited to the CONNECT study (multicenter, single-blind, randomized controlled study), cases in which anastomosis by the double-stapling technique is planned will be excluded. The target sample size is set at 300 cases in total, which will be randomized into 3 groups (EA, IEEA, and ISSA) in a 2:1:1 ratio. The primary endpoint is the length of postoperative hospital stay in the IA and EA groups; the secondly endpoint is the anastomotic time in IEEA and ISSA groups. We will also evaluate SF-36 ver.2, EORTC QLQ-C30 ver.3, operator stress using SURG-TLX, and the long-term outcomes, such as 5-year disease-free survival and overall survival. CONCLUSIONS This RCT will compare the postoperative length of stay between IA and EA in twice the number of cases of previous RCTs. Concurrently, although as a secondary purpose, this will be the first study to compare IEEA and ISSA. TRIAL REGISTRATION This trial was registered with the UMIN Clinical Trials Registry in September 2020 as UMIN000041565.
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Achilli P, Perry W, Grass F, Abd El Aziz MA, Kelley SR, Larson DW, Behm KT. Completely intracorporeal anastomosis in robotic left colonic and rectal surgery: technique and 30-day outcomes. Updates Surg 2021. [PMID: 33993462 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-021-01061-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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As robotic surgery continues to disseminate into the field of colon and rectal surgery, there is a growing interest in the utilization of intracorporeal anastomosis to potentially improve surgical outcomes. The purpoe of this study was to compare feasibility, safety, and short-term outcomes of robotic sigmoid and low anterior resections performed with completely intracorporeal anastomosis (CICA) technique to the traditional extracorporeal assisted anastomosis (ECAA) technique. Consecutive series of patients who underwent elective robotic sigmoid or low anterior resections for benign or malignant disease utilizes either CICA or ECAA between August 2017 and November 2019. Surgical complications were assessed until 30 postoperative days and compared between the two groups. A total of 160 patients were identified; 73 (45.6%) in the CICA group and 87 (54.4%) in the ECAA group. Most of the procedures were performed for malignancy (76%). Estimated blood loss was lower in the CICA group (80.7 mL vs. 110.2 mL; p = 0.048), while operative times were longer (5.9 ± SD hours vs. 4.9 ± SD hours; p = < 0.001). Overall conversion rate was 1.9%, with no conversions in the CICA group. Overall complications occurred in 54 patients (33.8%) with 13 (8.3%) representing major complications. There were no significant differences in 30 day outcomes between the two groups. This study demonstrates the feasibility and safety of robotic sigmoid and low anterior resections with CICA. Outcomes for robotic sigmoid and low anterior resections are encouraging regardless of anastomotic technique (CICA vs ECAA).
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Park SH, Lee HJ, Park JH, Kim TH, Son YG, Huh YJ, Choi JH, Kim SH, Park JH, Suh YS, Chung H, Kong SH, Park DJ, Yang HK. Clinical Significance of Intra-operative Gastroscopy for Tumor Localization in Totally Laparoscopic Partial Gastrectomy. J Gastrointest Surg 2021; 25:1134-46. [PMID: 32989692 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-020-04809-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Accepted: 09/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Tumor localization during totally laparoscopic gastrectomy is challenging owing to the invisibility of tumors on the serosal surface. We aimed to evaluate the clinical significance of intra-operative gastroscopy in totally laparoscopic partial gastrectomy. METHODS We reviewed 1084 gastric cancer patients who underwent either intra- or extracorporeal partial gastrectomy between 2014 and 2018. The intracorporeal group with intra-operative gastroscopy (intra-operative gastroscopy group, n = 187), the intracorporeal group without intra-operative gastroscopy (non-intra-operative gastroscopy group, n = 267), and the extracorporeal group (n = 630) were evaluated for the adequacy of surgical resection margins. We assessed whether total gastrectomy could be avoided according to the performance of intra-operative gastroscopy if the tumor was located within 3-5 cm away from the gastroesophageal junction. RESULTS The proximal margin positivity was lesser in the intra-operative gastroscopy group than in the non-intra-operative gastroscopy group (0% versus 2.2%; P = 0.045) but similar to that in the extracorporeal group (0% versus 0.6%; P = 0.579). The number of cases with proximal resection margins < 1 cm was lower in the intra-operative gastroscopy group than in the non-intra-operative gastroscopy group (3.7% versus 9.4%; P = 0.025) but comparable with that in the extracorporeal group (3.7% versus 4.1%; P = 0.815). Among 94 patients with lesions located within 3-5 cm apart from the gastroesophageal junction, the intra-operative gastroscopy group (n = 47) had fewer patients who underwent total gastrectomy than the non-intra-operative gastroscopy group (n = 47) (12.8% versus 44.7%; P = 0.001). Intra-operative gastroscopy was the only independent factor that prevented total gastrectomy (P = 0.001). CONCLUSION Intra-operative gastroscopy can provide margin safety during intracorporeal partial gastrectomy, avoiding unnecessary total gastrectomy.
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Velotti N, Manigrasso M, Di Lauro K, Vertaldi S, Anoldo P, Vitiello A, Milone F, Musella M, De Palma GD, Milone M. Barbed suture in gastro-intestinal surgery: A review with a meta-analysis. Surgeon 2021; 20:115-122. [PMID: 33820730 DOI: 10.1016/j.surge.2021.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2020] [Revised: 11/06/2020] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND The laparoscopic approach is a very popular technique for many gastrointestinal operations and barbed sutures may improve the difficulties of intracorporeal anastomosis by eliminating the need for knot tying. The aim of this systematic review with a meta-analysis is to explore literature to establish the security profile of barbed suture compared with conventional laparoscopic sutures. MATERIALS AND METHODS A systematic search was performed in all electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, EMBASE) and 12 studies were included in the analysis, involving 27,133 patients, whereof 3372 cases (patients undergone barbed suture usage) and 23,761 controls (patients undergone conventional suture usage). We found 3 studies discussing differences between barbed and conventional sutures in colorectal surgery and 8 studies presenting results in bariatric surgery, both in Roux-en-y gastric bypass and Mini Gastric/One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass. RESULTS We found comparable rate of leaks, bleedings and stenosis. The meta-regression analysis demonstrated that, both in case of bariatric and colorectal surgery, the demographic characteristic of patients and the oncological features of neoplasms did not impact of these findings. As expected, operative time is significantly shorter when barbed suture is used. CONCLUSION Our analysis on current literature define an acceptable security profile for barbed suture with effective results particularly in terms of shorter operative time.
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- Nunzio Velotti
- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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Bianchi PP, Salaj A, Giuliani G, Ferraro L, Formisano G. Feasibility of robotic right colectomy with complete mesocolic excision and intracorporeal anastomosis: short-term outcomes of 161 consecutive patients. Updates Surg 2021; 73:1065-72. [PMID: 33666853 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-021-01001-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2020] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Technical and oncological aspects are still debated when dealing with minimally-invasive right colectomy. Main controversial issues still remain about whether the anastomosis should be performed intra- or extracorporeally and if a complete mesocolic excision (CME) should be carried out. We report the feasibility of robotic right colectomy with CME and intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) for right sided colon cancer. Data from patients who underwent robotic right colectomy with IA and CME from January 2015 to April 2020 were prospectively collected and retrospectively analyzed. Intraoperative outcomes and complications (minor I-II and major III-IV according to Clavien-Dindo classification), conversion rate, 30-day postoperative outcomes and pathological outcomes were the variables assessed. A total of 161 patients undergoing robotic right colectomy for cancer met the inclusion criteria. Mean operative time was 185 min, no intraoperative complications were observed, and the conversion rate was 3.7% (6 patients requiring elective conversions). Overall, mean postoperative stay was 4.9 days and the overall 30-day complication rate was 16.1%. 20 patients (12.4%) had minor complications, while major postoperative complications occurred in six patients (3.7%). Anastomotic leak was recorded in one patient (0.6%) and the 30-day re-admission rate was 0.6%. Mean number of harvested lymph nodes was 21.9. Patients requiring conversion experienced two minor complications, with a mean length of stay of 7 days. Robotic right colectomy with CME and IA is feasible and it is associated with good intraoperative and short-term postoperative clinical outcomes.
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Haas EM, de Paula TR, Luna-Saracho R, Smith MS, LeFave JJ. Robotic natural-orifice IntraCorporeal anastomosis with Extraction (NICE procedure) for complicated diverticulitis. Surg Endosc 2021; 35:3205-13. [PMID: 33619594 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08350-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [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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Liang H, Zhu Z, Zhang C, Zhang H, Zhang C. A safe and feasible technique: laparoscopic manual binding technique for intracorporeal anastomosis in totally laparoscopic anterior resection of high-mid rectal cancer. Surg Endosc 2021; 35:1927-1930. [PMID: 33492507 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08294-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Accepted: 01/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Totally laparoscopic anterior resection (TLAC) is difficult even for experienced surgeons because of difficulties in fixating the anvil of circular stapling device with laparoscopy. We herein report a novel technique of laparoscopic manual binding technique (MBT) to conduct intracorporeal anastomosis by the double-stapling technique (DST) for high-mid rectal cancer. METHODS Since April 2019, MBT for intracorporeal anastomosis in TLAC were performed for 12 patients. After the total mesorectal excision, the anvil of a circular stapling device is put in the abdominal cavity through the anus and inserted into the proximal colonic stump. At the pre-anastomotic site, the intestinal wall of colon is fully fixated on the central rod of the anvil with surgical suture No. 0 by manual binding with laparoscopic instruments as laparoscopic grasping forceps, in addition, double binding if necessary. Then, the end of the colon and rectum is anastomosised by the double-stapling technique (DST). RESULTS A total of 12 patients completed the operation successfully. Only one patient experienced fever (T < 38.5 °C) after operation. No patients experienced surgical complications greater than Clavien-Dindo grade I. CONCLUSIONS We introduced the usefulness of the MBT to improve TLAC. MBT for intracorporeal anastomosis in TLAC for high-mid rectal cancer is safe and feasible.
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- Hong Liang
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan University Clinical Medical College, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan University Clinical Medical College, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China. .,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China. .,Henan University Clinical Medical College, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China.,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan University Clinical Medical College, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China.,Henan University Clinical Medical College, Zhengzhou, Henan, People's Republic of China
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Zhang M, Lu Z, Zheng Z, Cheng P, Zhou H, Wang X. Comparison of short-term outcomes between totally laparoscopic right colectomy and laparoscopic-assisted right colectomy: a retrospective study in a single institution on 300 consecutive patients. Surg Endosc 2021. [PMID: 33427910 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-08252-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2019] [Accepted: 12/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic surgery has become the standard surgical approach for the treatment of colon cancer. However, the surgical procedure for right colectomy is not standardized. Selection between laparoscopy-assisted right colectomy (LARC) with extracorporeal anastomosis and totally laparoscopic procedures with intracorporeal anastomosis is still a hot topic. The aim of this study was to compare the short-term outcomes of totally laparoscopic right colectomy (TLRC) and LARC in the treatment of right colon cancer. METHODS This was a retrospective and single-center study conducted between January 2016 and December 2019 featuring 120 TLRC patients and 180 LARC patients following the principles of the CME. We then collated and analyzed the clinicopathological characteristics, operative characteristics, and short-term outcomes. RESULTS The baseline characteristics were balanced between two groups. TLRC was associated with a significantly lower estimated blood loss (p < 0.01), a shorter incision length (p < 0.01). In terms of postoperative recovery, patients in TLRC group were better, as confirmed by less postoperative pain (p < 0.01), less rescue analgesic usage (p = 0.04), faster to flatus (p < 0.01), defecation (p < 0.01), oral intake (p < 0.01) and discharge (p < 0.01). Incidence of postoperative complications according to Clavien-Dindo classification system was also similar in both groups. CONCLUSIONS Our data demonstrate that TLRC is technically safe and feasible. This technique could lead to a better cosmetic outcome, a less pain experience and a faster recovery of bowel function.
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Liao CK, Chern YJ, Lin YC, Hsu YJ, Chiang JM, Tsai WS, Hsieh PS, Hung HY, Yeh CY, You JF. Short- and medium-term outcomes of intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic right colectomy: a propensity score-matched study. World J Surg Oncol 2021; 19:6. [PMID: 33397412 PMCID: PMC7783968 DOI: 10.1186/s12957-020-02112-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 12/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUNDS Though better short-term outcomes were frequently reported, differences in specimen parameters and the rate of subsequent peritoneal recurrence between intracorporeal anastomosis (IA) and extracorporeal anastomoses (EA) for laparoscopic right hemicolectomy have not been analyzed. We aimed to compare the pathologic differences and oncological outcomes between these two approaches. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 217 consecutive patients who underwent laparoscopic right hemicolectomies from September 2016 to April 2018 and classified them into IA and EA groups, based on the approach used. Propensity score matching analysis was performed, after which 101 patients were included in each group with the patients matched for demographics, tumor stage, and localization. RESULTS The IA group had a longer operative time, shorter length of stay, shorter time to first flatus and tolerating a soft diet, and better pain scale scores at postoperative day 3. No inter-group differences in conversion, postoperative complication, mortality, or readmission rates were found. The IA group had a longer resected colon length (23.67 vs. 19.75 cm, p = 0.010) and nearest resected margin (7.51 vs. 5.40 cm, p = 0.010) for cancer near the hepatic flexure. There are comparable 3-year overall survival (87.7% vs. 89.6%, p = 0.604) and disease-free survival (75.0% vs. 75.7%, p = 0.842) between the IA and EA groups. The rate of peritoneal recurrence was similar between the two groups (5.9% vs. 7.9%, p = 0.580). CONCLUSIONS The overall survival, disease-free survival, and the rate of peritoneal recurrence were comparable between the IA and EA procedures. IA ensures better recovery and comparable complications to EA and achieved a more precise tumor excision; thus, IA can be considered a safe procedure for patients with right-sided colon lesions.
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- Chun-Kai Liao
- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, No. 259, Wenhua 1st Road, Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33302, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, No. 259, Wenhua 1st Road, Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33302, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, No. 259, Wenhua 1st Road, Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33302, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, No. 259, Wenhua 1st Road, Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33302, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, No. 259, Wenhua 1st Road, Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33302, Taiwan
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- Colorectal Section, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, No. 5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan. .,School of Medicine, Chang Gung University, No. 259, Wenhua 1st Road, Guishan Dist, Taoyuan, 33302, Taiwan.
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He L, Chen Y, Wang Q. [Total laparoscopic left colectomy intracorporeal anastomosis]. Zhonghua Wei Chang Wai Ke Za Zhi 2020; 23:1110-1112. [PMID: 33212564 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.441530-20200120-00032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Laparoscopic left colectomy (LLC) has been widely performed for treating patients with left hemicolon cancer. For less invasion, totally laparoscopic left colectomy intracorporeal anastomosis (TLC/IA) has been increasingly attempted and proposed. Up to now, there is no standard for intracorporeal anastomosis. Authors list various types of intracorporeal anastomosis in terms of technical details and postoperative complications. According to the literatures, side to side anastomosis with linear laparoscopic stapler is the mainstream method. Surgeons should make flexible choices based on personal technical characteristics, colon conditions and objective economic conditions of patients. An individualized anastomosis method is acceptable.
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- L He
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, the First Hospital, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, the First Hospital, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, the First Hospital, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, China
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Shi H, Chen SY, Xie ZF, Huang R, Jiang JL, Lin J, Dong FF, Xu JX, Fang ZL, Bai JJ, Luo B. Peroral traction-assisted natural orifice trans-anal flexible endoscopic rectosigmoidectomy followed by intracorporeal colorectal anastomosis in a live porcine model. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2020; 12:451-458. [PMID: 33269054 PMCID: PMC7677887 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v12.i11.451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2020] [Revised: 09/29/2020] [Accepted: 10/20/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Compared to traditional open surgery, laparoscopic surgery has become a standard approach for colorectal cancer due to its great superiorities including less postoperative pain, a shorter hospital stay, and better quality of life. In 2007, Whiteford et al reported the first natural orifice trans-anal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) sigmoidectomy using transanal endoscopic microsurgery. To date, all cases of NOTES colorectal resection have included a hybrid laparoscopic approach with the use of established rigid platforms.
AIM To introduce a novel technique of peroral external traction-assisted transanal NOTES rectosigmoidectomy followed by intracorporeal colorectal end-to-end anastomosis by using only currently available and flexible endoscopic instrumentation in a live porcine model.
METHODS Three female pigs weighing 25-30 kg underwent NOTES rectosigmoid resection. After preoperative work-up and bowel preparation, general anesthesia combined with endotracheal intubation was achieved. One dual-channel therapeutic endoscope was used. Carbon dioxide insufflation was performed during the operation. The procedure of trans-anal NOTES rectosigmoidectomy included the following eight steps: (1) The rectosigmoid colon was tattooed with India ink by submucosal injection; (2) Creation of gastrostomy by directed submucosal tunneling; (3) Peroral external traction using endoloop ligation; (4) Creation of rectostomy on the anterior rectal wall by directed 3 cm submucosal tunneling; (5) Peroral external traction-assisted dissection of the left side of the colon; (6) Trans-anal rectosigmoid specimen transection, where an anvil was inserted into the proximal segment after purse-string suturing; (7) Intracorporeal colorectal end-to-end anastomosis using a circular stapler by a single stapling technique; and (8) Closure of gastrostomy using endoscopic clips. All animals were euthanized immediately after the procedure, abdominal exploration was performed, and the air-under-water leak test was carried out.
RESULTS The procedure was completed in all three animals, with the operation time ranging from 193 min to 259 min. Neither major intraoperative complications nor hemodynamic instability occurred during the operation. The length of the resected specimen ranged from 7 cm to 13 cm. With the assistance of a trans-umbilical rigid grasper, intracorporeal colorectal, tension-free, end-to-end anastomosis was achieved in the three animals.
CONCLUSION Peroral traction-assisted transanal NOTES rectosigmoidectomy followed by intracorporeal colorectal end-to-end anastomosis is technically feasible and reproducible in an animal model and is worthy of further improvements.
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- Hong Shi
- Department of Digestive Endoscopy, Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fujian Medical University Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou 350014, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Digestive Endoscopy, Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fujian Medical University Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou 350014, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Digestive Endoscopy, Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fujian Medical University Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou 350014, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Digestive Endoscopy, Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fujian Medical University Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou 350014, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Digestive Endoscopy, Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fujian Medical University Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou 350014, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Digestive Endoscopy, Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fujian Medical University Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou 350014, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Medical Technology and Engineering, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350122, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350122, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350122, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350122, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350122, Fujian Province, China
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Itatani Y, Kawada K, Hida K, Deguchi Y, Oshima N, Mizuno R, Wada T, Okada T, Sakai Y. Laparoscopic left hemicolectomy with regional lymph node navigation and intracorporeal anastomosis for splenic flexure colon cancer. Int Cancer Conf J 2020; 9:170-174. [PMID: 32904044 PMCID: PMC7450033 DOI: 10.1007/s13691-020-00424-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2020] [Accepted: 06/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Laparoscopic approaches have become a standard strategy for colon cancer patients who undergo surgical treatment. Complete mesocolic excision (CME) with central vascular ligation (CVL) is the fundamental principle of radical resection of colon cancers. Splenic flexure colon cancer (SFCC) is rare, accounting for less than 4% of all colorectal cancer cases. Moreover, a laparoscopic approach for SFCC following the CME/CVL concept can be challenging because the blood supply of the splenic flexure is derived from either the middle colic artery (MCA) branching from the superior mesenteric artery, the left colic artery (LCA) branching from the inferior mesenteric artery. In addition, approximately one third of SFCC patients have an accessory MCA that can originate from the celiac trunk. Herein, we describe the technical procedure of a laparoscopic left hemicolectomy for SFCC using indocyanine green (ICG) for necessary and sufficient lymphadenectomy followed by intracorporeal anastomosis. Two injections of ICG (0.5 mg/0.2 ml × 2) into the subserosa of the proximal and distal sides of the tumor preceded the surgical procedure after pneumoperitoneum. Near infrared images obtained throughout the laparoscopic procedure helped visualize lymphatic drainage vessels and inform decision making for determining vessels requiring ligation according to the CVL concept: MCA, LCA or accessory MCA. Complete intracorporeal anastomosis following necessary and sufficient lymphadenectomy with ICG can minimize the dissecting area of the laparoscopic left hemicolectomy for SFCC patients. Intravenous ICG injection (2.5 mg) after anastomosis helps confirm blood perfusion at the anastomosis site. Four patients with SFCC underwent a laparoscopic colectomy under ICG navigation in 2019 at our institute. The median operative time was 237 min, the median estimated blood loss was 0 ml, and the median number of dissected lymph nodes was 13. No patients experienced postoperative complications. In conclusion, laparoscopic left hemicolectomy with ICG navigation and intracorporeal anastomosis for SFCC patients may be a feasible option for the radical resection of colon cancer.
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- Yoshiro Itatani
- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Shogoin-Kawaharacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8507 Japan
- Department of Surgery, Osaka Red Cross Hospital, 5 - 30, Fudegasaki-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Japan
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Trépanier M, Valin-Thorburn A, Kouyoumdjian A, Dumitra T, Alhashemi M, Kaneva P, Liberman AS, Charlebois P, Stein BS, Fried GM, Feldman LS, Lee L. Intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis for right colectomy does not affect gastrointestinal recovery within an enhanced recovery after surgery program. Surg Endosc 2020; 34:4601-4608. [PMID: 31646437 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-019-07204-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2019] [Accepted: 10/09/2019] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Delayed gastrointestinal (GI) recovery remains a significant morbidity after colorectal surgery. Intracorporeal anastomosis for right colectomy may hasten GI recovery. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the effect of intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis on GI recovery after elective laparoscopic right colectomy within an established ERAS program. METHODS Adult patients undergoing elective laparoscopic right colectomy at a single high-volume institution from 07/2014 to 12/2018 were reviewed. Patients were divided into two groups: intracorporeal (IC) and extracorporeal (EC). The primary outcome was time to GI-3 defined as days to tolerance of solid diet and first flatus/bowel movement. Prolonged postoperative ileus (PPOI) was defined as GI-3 not met by postoperative day 4. Secondary outcomes were length of stay (LOS) and overall 30-day complications. Sensitivity analysis was performed using coarsened exact matching to account for unmeasured confounding. Multiple regression was performed using a Cox proportional hazard model to identify predictors of GI recovery. RESULTS A total of 346 patients were reviewed, of which 226 were included (71IC, 155EC). Patient characteristics were well balanced between groups: mean age was 64.9 years (SD 15.9), BMI was 26.3 (SD 5.7), 38.1% of patients had ASA ≥ 3, and 78.3% underwent surgery for neoplasms. IC anastomosis was associated with longer operative duration (165 min (SD 40); 144 min (SD 48), p = 0.002). There was no difference in the median time to GI-3 (IC 2 days [IQR1-2]; EC 2 days [IQR2-3], p = 0.135). The incidence of PPOI (IC 8.5%; EC 10.3%, p = 0.659), superficial SSI (4.2% vs. 5.8%, p = 0.757), deep SSI (2.8% vs. 5.2%, p = 0.729), and median LOS (3 days [IQR 2-4] vs. 3 [IQR 3-5], p = 0.059) were also similar. On multivariate analysis, IC anastomosis did not independently predict faster GI recovery (HR 0.98, 95% CI 0.71-1.34). Similar results were observed in the matched cohort (185 patients (61IC, 124EC)). CONCLUSION In this study, IC anastomosis was not associated with faster GI recovery or reduced complication rate compared to EC anastomosis. Longer term studies may be required to determine the potential benefits of IC anastomosis.
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- Maude Trépanier
- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, 1650 Cedar ave, D16-116, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada.
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada.
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Jarry C, Cárcamo L, González JJ, Bellolio F, Miguieles R, Urrejola G, Zúñiga A, Crovari F, Molina ME, Larach JT. Implementation of intracorporeal anastomosis in laparoscopic right colectomy is safe and associated with a shorter hospital stay. Updates Surg 2021; 73:93-100. [PMID: 32607844 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-020-00840-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2020] [Accepted: 06/21/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Reconstruction after laparoscopic right colectomy (LRC) can be achieved by performing an intracorporeal (IA) or an extracorporeal anastomosis (EA). This study aims to assess the safety of implementing IA in LRC, and to compare its perioperative outcomes with EA during an institution's learning curve. Patients undergoing elective LRC with IA or EA in a teaching university hospital between January 2015 and December 2018 were included. Demographic, clinical, perioperative and histopathological data were collated and outcomes investigated. One hundred and twenty-two patients were included; forty-three (35.2%) had an IA. The main indication for surgery was cancer in both groups (83.7% for IA and 79.8% for EA; p = 0.50). Operative time was longer for IA (180 [150-205] versus 150 [120-180] minutes; p < 0.001). A Pfannenstiel incision was used as extraction site in 97.7% of patients receiving an IA; while a midline incision was used in 97.5% of patients having an EA (p < 0.001). Hospital stay was significantly shorter for IA (3 [3, 4] versus 4 [3-6] days; p = 0.003). There were no differences in postoperative complications rates between groups. There was a 4.7% and 3.8% anastomotic leak rate in the IA and EA group, respectively (p = 1). Re-intervention and readmission rates were similar between groups, and there was no mortality during the study period. The implementation of IA in LRC is safe. Despite longer operative times, IA is associated with a shorter hospital stay when compared to EA in the setting of an institution's learning curve.
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Ohmura Y, Suzuki H, Kotani K, Teramoto A. Intracorporeal hemi-hand-sewn technique for end-to-end anastomosis in laparoscopic left-side colectomy. Surg Endosc 2020; 34:4200-4205. [PMID: 32399939 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07612-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2019] [Accepted: 04/29/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Recently, complete laparoscopic procedures with intracorporeal reconstruction were performed in laparoscopic colectomies; however, they were scarcely reported in left-side colectomies because of the anatomical reasons. Since the descending colon is extensively fixed to the retroperitoneum, the dissection range required for resection cannot always be enough for a safe extracorporeal anastomosis. We devised an intracorporeal hemi-hand-sewn (IC-HHS) technique for end-to-end anastomosis in laparoscopic left-side colectomies. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 11 patients underwent IC-HHS anastomosis for the treatment of colon cancer around the sigmoid-descending (SD) junction. The posterior wall of the anastomosis was constructed with a linear stapler and subsequently, the anterior wall was sutured with an intracorporeal hand-sewn technique. Perioperative outcomes were evaluated. RESULTS IC-HHS reconstruction between the descending colon and sigmoid colon was performed in 11 cases. There were six males and five females with an average age of 66.5 years. The average body mass index was 26.1 kg/m2. The averages of the operation time and intraoperative blood loss were 181.2 min (range, 154 to 210 min) and 13.9 ml (range 5-30 ml), respectively. There were no perioperative complications except for one patient with a superficial surgical site infection. CONCLUSIONS IC-HHS anastomosis was successfully performed for colon cancer around the SD junction with acceptable perioperative outcomes and there were no procedure-related complications, indicating its feasibility. IC-HHS anastomosis could eliminate unnecessary splenic flexure mobilization in left-side colectomies. IC-HHS anastomosis can be an optional reconstruction for totally laparoscopic colectomies.
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- Yasushi Ohmura
- Department of Cancer Treatment Support Center, Okayama City Hospital, 1-20-3 Kitanagase-omotemachi, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama, 700-8557, Japan. .,Department of Surgery, Okayama City Hospital, 1-20-3 Kitanagase-omotemachi, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama, 700-8557, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Okayama City Hospital, 1-20-3 Kitanagase-omotemachi, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama, 700-8557, Japan.,Department of Surgery, Yakage Hospital, 2695 Yakage, Yakage-chou, Oda, Okayama, 714-1201, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Okayama City Hospital, 1-20-3 Kitanagase-omotemachi, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama, 700-8557, Japan.,Department of Surgery, Kasaoka Daiichi Hospital, 1945 Yokoshima, Kasaoka, Okayama, 714-0043, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Okayama City Hospital, 1-20-3 Kitanagase-omotemachi, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama, 700-8557, Japan.,Department of Surgery, Yakage Hospital, 2695 Yakage, Yakage-chou, Oda, Okayama, 714-1201, Japan
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Ceccarelli G, Costa G, Ferraro V, De Rosa M, Rondelli F, Bugiantella W. Robotic or three-dimensional (3D) laparoscopy for right colectomy with complete mesocolic excision (CME) and intracorporeal anastomosis? A propensity score-matching study comparison. Surg Endosc 2020; 35:2039-2048. [PMID: 32372219 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07600-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2020] [Accepted: 04/23/2020] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND We describe our preliminary experience in complete mesocolic excision (CME) with central vascular ligation (CVL) and intracorporeal anastomosis for right colon cancer, comparing the robotic and the three-dimensional (3D) laparoscopic approach. METHODS We performed a retrospective observational clinical cohort study on patients who underwent radical curative surgical resection of right colon cancer with CME from January 2014 to June 2019. Propensity scores were calculated by bivariate logistic regression, including the following variables: age, BMI, and size of tumor. RESULTS Fifty-five patients underwent CME with CVL: 26 by means of robot-assisted surgery and 29 by means of 3D laparoscopic procedure. There were not statistically significant differences about all the intra- and postoperative outcomes (operative time, length of the specimen, time to bowel canalization, time to soft oral intake, length of hospital stay, postoperative complication, number of retrieved lymph nodes, number of positive lymph nodes and lymph node ratio) between the robotic and the 3D laparoscopic approach. After the matching procedure, 20 patients of the robotic group and 20 patients of the 3D laparoscopic group were selected for the analysis. There were no differences in any of the analyzed variables between the two groups except for longer operative time in the robotic group (p = 0.002). CONCLUSION The 3D vision revealed an important advantage in order to achieve the correct identification of surgical anatomy allowing a safe and effective right colectomy with CME, CVL, and intracorporeal anastomosis, either using laparoscopic or with robotic approach, providing similar short-term outcomes. Taking into account the high costs and the longer operative time of robotic procedure, the 3D laparoscopy could be considered in performing right colectomy with CME, while the robotic approach should be considered as a first choice approach for challenging situations (obese patient, complex associated procedures).
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- Graziano Ceccarelli
- General Surgery, San Giovanni Battista" Hospital, USL Umbria 2, Via Massimo Arcamone, 1, 06034, Foligno, PG, Italy.,General Surgery, ASL Toscana Sud-Est, San Donato" Hospital, Via Pietro Nenni, 1, 52100, Arezzo, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery Unit, "Sant'Andrea" Hospital, Sapienza" University of Rome, Via di Grottarossa, 1035, 00189, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology - Unit Of Endocrine, Digestive And Emergency Surgery, Policlinic of Bari, University "A. Moro" of Bari, Piazza Giulio Cesare, 1, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- General Surgery, San Giovanni Battista" Hospital, USL Umbria 2, Via Massimo Arcamone, 1, 06034, Foligno, PG, Italy
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- General Surgery, San Giovanni Battista" Hospital, USL Umbria 2, Via Massimo Arcamone, 1, 06034, Foligno, PG, Italy.,Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- General Surgery, San Giovanni Battista" Hospital, USL Umbria 2, Via Massimo Arcamone, 1, 06034, Foligno, PG, Italy.
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Han WH, Oh YJ, Eom BW, Yoon HM, Kim YW, Ryu KW. A comparative study of the short-term operative outcome between intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomoses during laparoscopic total gastrectomy. Surg Endosc 2020; 35:1602-1609. [PMID: 32270275 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07539-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2019] [Accepted: 03/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Several studies have reported that intracorporeal anastomosis reduces the requirement for the additional incision for anastomosis, resulting in early recovery compared to extracorporeal anastomosis during laparoscopic distal gastrectomy. However, few studies have investigated postoperative outcome after laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG). We compared short-term postoperative outcomes between totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy (TLTG) with intracorporeal anastomosis and conventional laparoscopy-assisted total gastrectomy (LATG) with extracorporeal anastomosis for gastric cancer. METHODS This retrospective case-control study included 202 patients who underwent LTG from January 2012 to June 2019. LATG was performed in the period before July 2015; TLTG was performed in the period after July 2015. Postoperative short-term outcomes and white blood cell (WBC) count, and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels at 1, 3, and 5 days postoperatively were compared between the groups. RESULTS One hundred ten patients underwent LATG; 92 underwent TLTG. The pathologic stage was significantly higher in the TLTG group (p = 0.010). Intraoperative estimated blood loss was significantly lower in the TLTG group than in the LATG group (median [range]: 100 [50-150] mL versus [vs.] 50 [30-100], p < 0.001). Postoperative hospital stay duration was significantly longer in the TLTG group than in the LATG group (median [range]: 7 [7-9] days vs. 8 [7-11], p < 0.001). WBC count (6.3 109/L ± 1.9 vs. 8.2 ± 2.5, p = 0.004) and CRP levels (8.3 mg/L ± 6.1 vs. 13.3 ± 9.4, p < 0.001) were lower in the LATG group than in the TLTG group. The overall complication rate was higher in the TLTG group than in the LATG group (16.3% vs. 32.6%, p = 0.007). A higher American Society of Anesthesiologist score was the only significant risk factor for postoperative complications. CONCLUSION Both procedures are feasible, although TLTG has more risk for postoperative complications than LATG. TLTG should be improved to reduce postoperative complications and provide better postoperative outcomes.
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- Won Ho Han
- Center for Gastric Cancer, Research Institute & Hospital, National Cancer Center, 323 Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, 410-769, Republic of Korea
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- Center for Gastric Cancer, Research Institute & Hospital, National Cancer Center, 323 Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, 410-769, Republic of Korea
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- Center for Gastric Cancer, Research Institute & Hospital, National Cancer Center, 323 Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, 410-769, Republic of Korea
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- Center for Gastric Cancer, Research Institute & Hospital, National Cancer Center, 323 Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, 410-769, Republic of Korea
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- Center for Gastric Cancer, Research Institute & Hospital, National Cancer Center, 323 Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, 410-769, Republic of Korea
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- Center for Gastric Cancer, Research Institute & Hospital, National Cancer Center, 323 Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, 410-769, Republic of Korea.
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The role of robotics in colon and rectal surgery has been established as an important and effective tool for the surgeon. Its inherent technologies have provided for increased visualization and ease of dissection in the minimally invasive approach to surgery. The value of the robot is apparent in the more challenging aspects of colon and rectal procedures, including the intracorporeal anastomosis for right colectomies and the low pelvic dissection for benign and malignant diseases.
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Jeong O, Jung MR, Kang JH, Ryu SY. Reduced anastomotic complications with intracorporeal esophagojejunostomy using endoscopic linear staplers (overlap method) in laparoscopic total gastrectomy for gastric carcinoma. Surg Endosc 2020; 34:2313-2320. [PMID: 32002619 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-019-07362-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2019] [Accepted: 12/24/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND With advances in surgical technique and instrumentation, intracorporeal anastomosis is increasingly being performed for laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG). However, the benefits of intracorporeal anastomosis in reducing postoperative complications have not been demonstrated, although its technical feasibility has been proven in many studies. In this study, we investigated the impact of intracorporeal anastomosis in reducing postoperative complications after LTG. METHODS We analyzed 410 consecutive gastric cancer patients who underwent LTG between 2008 and 2018. Of these, 118 underwent intracorporeal anastomosis using linear staplers (overlap method), while 292 underwent extracorporeal anastomosis using a circular stapler. Short-term surgical outcomes including postoperative complications were compared between the two groups. RESULTS The two groups showed no significant differences in age, sex, comorbidity, and abdominal surgery history. D2 lymph node dissection was more frequently performed in the intracorporeal group because of the presence of more advanced cancer stages. The overall morbidity in the intracorporeal and extracorporeal group was 23.7% and 27.7%, respectively (p = 0.405). However, the intracorporeal group showed a significantly lower incidence of late complications (0.8% vs. 7.5%, p = 0.008). Concerning complications, the incidence of anastomotic bleeding (0% vs. 5.5%, p = 0.008) and anastomotic stenosis (0% vs. 4.5%, p = 0.024) was significantly lower in the intracorporeal group. In univariate and multivariate analyses, American Society of Anesthesiologists score and operative bleeding were independent predictive factors for postoperative complications in patients who underwent intracorporeal anastomosis. CONCLUSIONS Intracorporeal anastomosis using linear staplers reduced anastomotic bleeding and stenosis compared to extracorporeal anastomosis after LTG. Future research will be required to determine the ideal method for intracorporeal anastomosis in LTG.
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- Oh Jeong
- Gastric Cancer Clinic, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, Hwasun-gun, South Korea.,Department of Surgery, Chonnam National University School of Medicine, Hwasun-gun, South Korea
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- Gastric Cancer Clinic, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, Hwasun-gun, South Korea.,Department of Surgery, Chonnam National University School of Medicine, Hwasun-gun, South Korea
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- Gastric Cancer Clinic, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, Hwasun-gun, South Korea.,Department of Surgery, Chonnam National University School of Medicine, Hwasun-gun, South Korea
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- Gastric Cancer Clinic, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, Hwasun-gun, South Korea. .,Department of Surgery, Chonnam National University School of Medicine, Hwasun-gun, South Korea.
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Ferrer-Márquez M, Torres-Fernández R, Rubio-Gil F, Belda-Lozano R, Moya-Forcén P, Benavides Buleje JA, Reina-Duarte Á. Use of barbed suture for the closure of enterocolotomy after laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis. A prospective descriptive study. Cir Esp 2019; 98:136-142. [PMID: 31813550 DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2019.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2019] [Revised: 09/01/2019] [Accepted: 10/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Performing intracorporeal anastomoses and sutures is possibly the technique that requires the greatest skill in laparoscopic surgery. The appearance of the new barbed sutures in recent years has seemed to facilitate this surgical step. The aim of our study is to evaluate short-term results in patients with neoplasms of the right colon, after laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis using barbed suture at the closure of the enterocolotomy. METHODS This is a multicenter, prospective, descriptive study that includes patients who underwent laparoscopic right hemicolectomy for neoplastic colonic pathologies between June 2015 and December 2018. In all patients, the intracorporeal anastomosis was performed using the endocutter, and closure of the enterocolotomy was done with a double layer of barbed suture. RESULTS A total of 80 patients were treated (47.5% women), with an average age of 70.6±9 (49-92) years. The average operative time was 99.5±38minutes Anastomotic dehiscence was observed in 2.5% of the sample, and 5 patients required re-operation (6.2%) as a result of 2leaks, 2obstructive symptoms and one peritoneal bleeding. Mean hospital stay was 7 (3-173) days. CONCLUSIONS The use of barbed suture in laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis seems to present a morbidity similar to series described in literature. Prospective, controlled and randomized studies with a larger number of patients would be necessary to confirm these findings.
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- Manuel Ferrer-Márquez
- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario Torrecárdenas, Almería, España.
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario Torrecárdenas, Almería, España
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario Torrecárdenas, Almería, España
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario Torrecárdenas, Almería, España
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario Torrecárdenas, Almería, España
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General y Aparato Digestivo, Hospital General Universitario Reina Sofía, Murcia, España
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- Unidad de Coloproctología, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario Torrecárdenas, Almería, España
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