Is total laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy superior to open procedure? A meta-analysis.

CONCLUSION: This meta-analysis indicates that TLPD is safe and feasible, and may be a desirable alternative to OPD, although a longer operative time is needed and only smaller tumors can be treated.
PMID: 31602170 [PubMed - in process]

Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - October 6, 2019 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Zhang H, Lan X, Peng B, Li B Tags: World J Gastroenterol Source Type: research