Laparoscopic versus open-surgery catheter placement in peritoneal dialysis patients: A meta-analysis of outcomes

In conclusion, the laparoscopic PDC placement procedure was superior to open surgery in regards to catheter malfunction. Additionally, the choice of treatment procedure should put in consideration factors such as cost and comfortability of the patient.

Source: Indian Journal of Nephrology - January 28, 2022 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Guled Abdijalil Shen Shuijuan Source Type: research