A deficiency in knowledge of basic principles of laparoscopy among attendees of an advanced LS course
Introduction: Advanced laparoscopic courses serve as a comprehensive and very popular Continuing Medical Education (CME) activity. Knowledge of basic laparoscopy is an assumed prerequisite for attendance at these courses. Objective: To determine the baseline laparoscopic knowledge of attendees at an advanced laparoscopic surgical course. Methods: Aseventeen questionexam wasdesigned utilizing datafrom the basic laparoscopic quizzes on… Continue Reading
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- Podium Presentations
- Topic:
- Education / Simulation
A Device of Operative Method for Laparoscopic Subtotal Hysterectomy.
[Objectives]We introduce Laparoscopic subtotal hysterectomy(LSH) into our hospital and perform operative method improvement for standardization of surgical technique. This time, we reviewed examinations of the changes of this operative method, the device of operative method and operation results. [Operative procedure]The utero-ovarian ligament, fallopian tube and round ligament are initially dissected with a Vessel sealing system(LigaSure… Continue Reading
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- Posters
- Topic:
- Minimally Invasive Other
A Large Single Institution Case Series of Laparoscopic Splenectomy for Benign and Malignant Splenic Masses
INTRODUCTION: Both benign and malignant splenic masses are uncommon with the former being found in 0.007% of autopsy specimens. Little has been reported on the use of laparoscopic surgery for the management of splenic neoplasms. We reviewed our single institution experience of laparoscopic splenectomy in patients with splenic masses. METHODS: A database of laparoscopic splenectomies… Continue Reading
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- Posters
- Topic:
- Solid Organ and Endocrine
A Multi-center, Simulation-based Skills Training Collaborative Using Shared Gi Mentor II™ Systems: Results From the Texas Association of Surgical Skills Laboratories (tassl) Flexible Endoscopy Curriculum
Background: The Texas Association of Surgical Skills Laboratories (TASSL) is a state-wide, non-profit consortium of surgical skills training centers for all of the accredited surgery residency programs in Texas. A training and research collaborative was forged between TASSL members and Simbionix (Cleveland, OH, USA) to assess the feasibility and efficacy of a multicenter, simulation- and… Continue Reading
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- Posters
- Topic:
- Education / Simulation
A National Training Program for Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery in the Uk
Introduction: The aim of this study was to investigate the educational impact of a national training programme (NTP) for laparoscopic colorectal surgery by analysing peer- and self- assessments of trainers and trainees. Methods: Colorectal surgeons enrolled in the NTP (trainees) were trained in a series of individual live cases by expert laparoscopic surgeons (trainers). Trainers… Continue Reading
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- Podium Presentations
- Topic:
- Education / Simulation
A New Application of Biliary Tract Identification Based on Indocyanine Green Fluorescent Imaging At Laparoscopic Surgery
Background: Although biliary tract injuries are lethal, many difficulties in identifying it have been encountered during laparoscopic surgery. We report a novel method of biliary tract identification using an endoscopic device with fluorescent imaging of indocyanine green. Method: During operation 1.0-2.0 ml of 0.25% ICG had been intravenously injected in a patient with multiple liver… Continue Reading
A New Approach for Laparoscopic Resection of Submucosal Tumor on Upper Portion of the Stomach
Introduction: Laparoscopic resection of tumors on upper portion of the stomach, especially when they are located at the posterior wall or greater curvature, is both difficult and time consuming. In order to overcome these difficulties, we introduce a new technique through right lateral decubitus position for laparoscopic resection of submucoal tumor (SMT) on upper portion… Continue Reading
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- Posters
- Topic:
- Minimally Invasive Other
A New Multi-view (mv) Rigid Laparoscope
Background: Minimally invasive surgery is based on visualization with less reliance on tactile feedback. Therefore, the type of laparoscope, location of the laparoscopic working port, light transmission, viewing angle, depth of view, camera, magnification, image display and clarity are critical. Rigid laparoscopes with fixed viewing angles are the most employed worldwide because of their ease… Continue Reading
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- Posters
A New Strategy for Adhesive Bowel Obstructon Using Laparoscopic Surgery and Bioabsorbable Membrane
(Introduction) To construct a more effective operation for adhesive bowel obstruction, we introduced laparoscopic surgery and bioabsorbable membrane for operation of this disease. Recurrent adhesive bowel obstruction is supposed to be indication of operation. But it is undeniable that the new adhesion between damaged peritoneal areas and bowels may be constructed. Recently, efficacy of laparoscopic… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters
- Topic:
- Colorectal
A New Synthetic Bioabsorbable Prosthetic and Method of Fixation for Mesh Reinforcement of Crural Closure During Hiatal Hernia Repair
OBJECTIVE: It is well established by Level 1 data that mesh reinforcement of the crural closure for hiatal hernia repair decreases the risk of recurrence of the hernia. Most of the early studies used various synthetic meshes for repair of hiatal hernia and while they showed decreased recurrence rates, the fear of erosion of the… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters
- Topic:
- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
A Novel Approach to Failed Vertical Banded Gastroplasty: Laparoscopic Conversion to Sleeve Gastrectomy
Purpose:The need for revisional surgery following Vertical Banded Gastroplasty (VBG) has ranged from 21-56% with approximately 46% of pre-operative diagnosis being food intolerance. Although the Roux-en-Y Gastric bypass addresses the late complications associated with VBG, it is accompanied by an increased rate of anastomotic leaks (18%), bleeding, internal hernias, and strictures (22%). In an attempt… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters
- Topic:
- Metabolic / Obesity
A Novel Articulated Robotic Laparoscope for Single Incision and Natural Orifice Surgical Applications; Preliminary Usability Trials in a Live Porcine Model.
IntroductionWith the exploration of increasingly less invasive surgical techniques, such as single incision or natural orifice surgery, numerous technical challenges have been identified as essential to be overcome if the techniques are to be adopted across the wider surgical community. One of the most significant includes; impaired visualisation of the operative site. For single incision… Continue Reading
A Novel Device for Endoscopic Transmural Tissue Fixation
INTRODUCTION: Tissue apposition and fixation is an important component in traditional endoscopic and NOTES procedures. Current devices for endoscopic tissue fixation may migrate through the mucosal lining, may leak, create tissue damage through pressure necrosis, and may not stimulate tissue adhesion over time. There is a need for tissue anchors that safely appose tissues without… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters
- Topic:
- Endolumenal / NOTES
A Novel Laparoscopic Compression Anastomosis Clip (lapcac) for Laparoscopic Gastroenteroanastomosis:
ObjectiveThe first clinical study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a novel laparoscopic compression anastomosis clip (LapCAC) for laparoscopic gastroenterostomy. MethodsThe study was approved by the ethics committee of Shanghai Hospital of The Second Military Medical University. After signed informed consent, LapCAC was used for Roux-en-Y side-to-side intestinal anastomosis and gastroenterostomy in three patients.… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters
- Topic:
- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
A Novel Minimally Invasive Technique for Forming Compression Gastrojejunostomy with Immediate Drainage
INTRODUCTION: The aim of the study was to develop a new minimal access technique for gastro-jejunal anastomosis with immediate drainage. Current compression methods with springs or magnets do not provide a patent lumen for immediate drainage, limiting their utility.METHODS AND PROCEDURES: A new technique for gastrojejunostomy was developed in a porcine model with animal ethics… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters
- Topic:
- Minimally Invasive Other