Hepato Gastroenterol
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Hepato Gastroenterol · Jul 2012
Meta Analysis Comparative StudySingle-incision laparoscopic surgery vs. multiport laparoscopic surgery for colectomy: a meta-analysis of eleven recent studies.
Single-incision laparoscopic colectomy (SILC) is rapidly becoming the focal point of attraction for early adopters of minimally invasive surgery worldwide. The aim of this study was to compare SILC with multiport laparoscopic colectomy (MLC) when implemented by experienced laparoscopic surgeons. ⋯ SILC is a technically realistic and reliable approach with short-term results similar to those obtained with the MLC procedure. More large, prospective, randomized, controlled trials should be conducted to further compare the safety and efficacy of this approach.