Results of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Background: In Iran, the type and main cause of obesity is different than in western society. Therefore, the treatment plan should be differentiated, and the type of surgery for morbid obesity should be carefully chosen. In most western centers laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGBP) is the most effective weight loss surgical procedure performed. However, LRYGBP… Continue Reading
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- Posters
- Topic:
- Metabolic / Obesity
Review of Rygb Versus Fundoplication for Gerd in Obese Patients
Introduction: Studies evaluating the effectiveness of Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication (LNF) in morbidly obese patients have yielded mixed results. Many authors now advocat Laparoscopic RYGB as the surgical treatment of choice for morbidly obese patients with GERD as it has the advantage of treating the GERD as well as the common obesity-related comorbid conditions. The purpose… Continue Reading
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- Posters
- Topic:
- Metabolic / Obesity
Risk Factors for Anastomotic Leakagae After Laparoscopic Surgery for Rectosigmoidal and Rectal Cancer Using Stapling Technique
Introduction: Anastomotic leakage is the most important complication after low anterior resection for rectal cancer. Several studies have assessed the association between risk factors and anastomotic leakage in open surgery using a stapling technique. However, only a few studies have evaluated the risk factors for anastomotic leakage after laparoscopic surgery. This retrospective study evaluated risk… Continue Reading
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- Posters
- Topic:
- Colorectal
Robotic Assisted Esophagectomy for Treatment of Esophageal Hemangioma
We reported a case of primary esophageal hemangioma treated by Robotic assisted esophagectomy for video presentation. This is a 69 years old lady who presented with passage of tarry stool in December 2008. Upper endoscopy showed bluish discoloration of the mucosa with bulging from 20-25cm which occupied 2/3 of circumference of esophagus. Clinically this was… Continue Reading
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- Video Loop Presentations
- Topic:
- Robotics
Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery for Diverticulitis: Experience in 19 Consecutive Cases and a Review of the Literature
Objective: Robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery has recently received enthusiasm for application in colorectal resections involving the pelvis. We present the feasibility and safety of using the da Vinci® surgical robotic system for the treatment of sigmoid diverticulitis requiring anterior rectosigmoid resection with primary anastomosis. Methods and Procedures: Between August 2008 and September 2009, robotic-assisted laparoscopic rectosigmoid… Continue Reading
Robotic-Assisted Thyroidectomy Using a Gasless Transaxillary Approach: A Preliminary Experience
Background: The robotic-assisted endoscopic thyroidectomy using the W.Y.Chung technique appears to provide absence of any scar in the neck, potential advantage in the protection of the recurrent laryngeal nerves, and similar to the open approach results, in selected patients with benign and malignant thyroid diseases Patients and Methods: Five patients (3 females and 2 males,… Continue Reading
Robotic Foregut Surgery: One Surgeon\’s Experience with Nissen Fundopliction, Esophagomyotomy, and Hiatal Hernia Repair
Objective: To review the use of robotic assistance during foregut surgery including Nissen fundoplication, esophagomyotomy, and hiatal hernia repair. We evaluated a seven-year experience of one minimally invasive surgery fellowship-trained surgeon performing 124 foregut operations using the Da Vinci Telerobotic system. Surgical resident participation was tracked over this same period. Methods: An IRB approved retrospective… Continue Reading
Robotic Gastrectomies Offer a Sound Oncologic Surgical Alternative for the Treatment of Early Gastric Cancers Comparing Favorably with Laparoscopic Resections
Background: Patients diagnosed with early gastric cancers (EGC) are treated by endoscopic or surgical resections achieving five-year survival rates greater than 90% in some series. Rapidly maturing experience with laparoscopic gastrectomies and appropriate lymph node dissectionsfor the management of ECG offers these patients the many benefits of the minimally – invasive surgical (MIS) approach to… Continue Reading
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- Podium Presentations
- Topic:
- Robotics
Robotic Gastric Bypass: The Future of Bariatric Surgery?
Objective: Compare robotic versus laparoscopic roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) for the treatment of morbid obesity in a community hospital. Introduction: Since receiving Food and Drug Administration approval in 2000, surgery utilizing a robot (da Vinci® Surgical System) has been successfully performed in numerous procedures including RYGB. However, despite the proven safety profile, reported lower complication… Continue Reading
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- Podium Presentations
- Topic:
- Robotics
Robotic Nissen Fundoplication Revision
Introduction: Nissen Fundoplication is an effective treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Recurrent reflux symptoms may occur due to the mechanical failure of the fundoplication. Patients who fail medical management will require surgical revision. The safety and efficacy of laparoscopic reoperation for the recurrent hiatal hernia or slipped fundoplication depend on the surgeon’s skills and experience.… Continue Reading
Robotic Posterior Retroperitoneal Adrenalectomy: Initial Report
Robotic Posterior Retroperitoneal Adrenalectomy: Initial ReportIntroduction: There has been a recent interest in robotic adrenalectomy due to improvement of technology. The lateral transabdominal robotic approach has been reported. The posterior retroperitoneal (PR) approach has been described laparoscopically, but there are no reports robotically. The challenge with this latter technique is related to close spacing of… Continue Reading
Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Introduction: With the advances in technology, there has been a recent interest in using the robot for general surgical procedures. A number of reports has demonstrated the safety of robotic lateral adrenalectomy with scant comparison data. Nevertheless, the posterior approach has not been described using the robot. The aim of this study was to develop… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters
- Topic:
- Minimally Invasive Other
Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Total Mesorectal Excision of Rectal Cancer. A Comparative Study of Oncological Safety and Short-term Outcomes
Background. Aim of this study is to evaluate feasibility, oncological safety and short-term outcomes of robotic total mesorectal excision (R-TME) for rectal cancer compared to laparoscopic TME (L-TME). Materials and Methods. From January 2008 to June 2009 50 patients with histological proven adenocarcinoma of middle and lower rectum were enrolled. Mean age was 64.6 years,… Continue Reading
Robotic Vs. Conventional Laparoscopic Gastric Banding: A Comparison of 407 Cases
INTRODUCTION: The current indications and rationale for using a robotic technique in bariatric surgery, specifically gastric banding, remain unclear. The objective of this study was to quantify the safety and potential benefits of this novel technology in the context of both patient and surgeon outcomes as compared to the conventional laparoscopic approach. METHODS AND PROCEDURES:… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Podium Presentations
- Topic:
- Robotics
Role of Interleukin-6 (il-6) in the Growth of Ct26 Colorectal Cancer in a Murine Model
PURPOSE: This study is designed to investigate the role of surgery-induced levels of cytokines in affecting proliferation and migration of colon cancer cells. Clinical standards in the management of colon cancer and surgery-related differences in various cytokines have been predicted to correlate with the degree of trauma afflicted during surgery, ultimately impacting tumor growth and… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Posters of Distinction
- Topic:
- Basic Science