Journal of laparoendoscopic surgery
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J Laparoendosc Surg · Feb 1995
Clinical TrialUse of a Foley catheter to dissect the preperitoneal space for extraperitoneal endoscopic hernia repair.
The use of a Foley catheter to dissect the preperitoneal space for extraperitoneal hernia repair creates a satisfactory working space for hernia repair. This technique is simple and inexpensive and reduces the operating time to a range similar to that for open inguinal hernia repair.
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J Laparoendosc Surg · Feb 1995
Comparative StudyLaparoscopic assisted colectomies versus open colectomy.
Minimally invasive techniques are having an impact on a variety of surgical procedures. Before their widespread acceptance as the standard of care, studies need to document their efficacy in comparison to open techniques. This study compared 25 laparoscopic-assisted colectomies to 25 open colectomies all performed within the last five years by the same surgeon. ⋯ In addition to lessening patient discomfort, the other advantages were earlier return of bowel function (regular diet postoperative day 2 vs postoperative day 5) and shorter length of stay (4 vs 8 days). Operating costs were significantly greater, but this was offset by the shorter length of stay. This study supports laparoscopic assisted colectomy as a technically safe procedure with substantial patient benefits.