Anterior approach retroperitoneal laparoscopic renal surgery in children

We report our experience with this novel approach in a prospective series of 69 children that includes 17 infants. Mean operating time was 225 minutes for reduction pyeloplasty. Peritoneal tear is not uncommon (22%) but often doesn’t require conversion. In our early experi ence, the conversion rate was 17% and postoperative complications 2.9%.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tags: How I do it Source Type: research