Update on Transumbilical Single-Incision Laparoscopic Assisted Appendectomy (TULAA) – Which Children Benefit and What are the Complications?

Conclusion TULAA can be used as first approach for appendicitis in all children with a low rate of complications. Extracorporeal appendix stump closure can be safely achieved in the majority of children without using laparoscopic disposable devices. [...] © Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Klinische Padiatrie - March 15, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Authors: D übbers, Martin Nikolaou, Elena Fuchs, Hans Fischer, Janina Alakus, Hakan Leers, Jessica Bruns, Christiane Cernaianu, Grigore Tags: Original Article Source Type: research