Laparoscopic robotic-assisted ileo-caecal resection with intracorporeal anastomosis in children with Crohn disease: initial experience of a paediatric center and surgical feasibility
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This study reports initial experience with robotic-assisted ileocecal resection using intracorporeal anastomosis in six pediatric Crohn's disease patients. The technique proved safe and feasible with no conversions, though one anastomotic complication required reoperation. The robotic platform's 3D visualization and precision may offer advantages for creating intracorporeal anastomoses in children.
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- Robotic ileocecal resection with intracorporeal anastomosis is safe and feasible in pediatric Crohn's disease patients (mean age 14.8 years).
- 3D visualization and enhanced dexterity of robotic platform facilitates precise intracorporeal anastomosis creation without need for extraction.
- Mean operative time was 210.8 minutes with no intraoperative complications or conversions to open surgery in initial 6-patient series.
- Postoperative recovery showed bowel function return by day 3 and mean hospital stay of 8 days with low complication rate (1 major, 2 minor).
- Robotic approach may offer technical advantages over conventional laparoscopy for complex anastomoses in pediatric inflammatory bowel disease surgery.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Laparoscopic robotic-assisted ileo-caecal resection with intracorporeal anastomosis in children with Crohn disease: initial experience of a paediatric center and surgical feasibility. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-01-17. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/9673?via_space=staycurrentmd
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