Modified method for umbilical reconstruction after single-incision laparoscopic surgery

VernacularTitle:改良脐部重建法在经脐单切口腹腔镜手术中的应用
Author: Yongsheng CHEN ; Shuodong WU ; Jing KONG
Keywords: Single-incision laparoscopic surgery; Umbilical reconstruction
From: Chinese Journal of Current Advances in General Surgery 2017;20(3):182-183
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective:To introduce a modified method for umbilical reconstruction after single-incision laparoscopic surgery.Methods:Between June 2012 and June 2015,173 patients underwent single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy at our institution.All the patients adopted our modified method for umbilical reconstruction.Results:All the surgeries were successful.The umbilical incision healed well with good cosmetic result.Conclusion:The modified method for umbilical reconstruction can improve cosmesis and decrease the possibility of incision hernia after single-incision laparoscopic surgery.More studies are needed to evaluate definitive clinical advantages of this technique.