Annals of surgery
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
Laparoscopic repair for perforated peptic ulcer: a randomized controlled trial.
To compare the results of open versus laparoscopic repair for perforated peptic ulcers. ⋯ Laparoscopic repair of perforated peptic ulcer is a safe and reliable procedure. It was associated with a shorter operating time, less postoperative pain, reduced chest complications, a shorter postoperative hospital stay, and earlier return to normal daily activities than the conventional open repair.