Pediatric surgery international
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To investigate (1) the indications for reoperation after neonatal Ladd's procedure, (2) the type of reoperation and (3) its outcome. ⋯ In neonates, laparoscopic Ladd's procedure compared to the open Ladd's procedure is associated with a significantly higher risk of recurrent volvulus. The risk of developing this potentially dangerous complication after laparoscopic Ladd's procedure raises doubts about the effectiveness and safety of the laparoscopic approach in neonates.