Laparoscopic Lavage an Alternative to Resection in Perforated Diverticulitis Laparoscopic Lavage an Alternative to Resection in Perforated Diverticulitis
In patients with perforated purulent diverticulitis, outcomes of laparoscopic peritoneal lavage eventually do not differ much from those following primary resection, researchers have found in JAMA Surgery.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - January 6, 2021 Category: Surgery Tags: Gastroenterology News Source Type: news

Comparisons of Analgesic Efficacy in Laparoscopic Prostatectomy Comparisons of Analgesic Efficacy in Laparoscopic Prostatectomy
This study compared postoperative analgesic outcomes of three commonly used anesthesia techniques in patients undergoing robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy.BMC Anesthesiology (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - December 22, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Anesthesiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Sleeve Gastrectomy Yields Larger Long-Term Weight Loss Than RYGB
THURSDAY, Dec. 17, 2020 -- Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) results in greater weight loss than laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) seven years after surgery, according to a study published online Dec. 9 in JAMA Surgery. Sofia... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - December 17, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Researchers Evaluate Gynecology-Specific Laparoscopic Simulator Researchers Evaluate Gynecology-Specific Laparoscopic Simulator
Students have similar confidence levels during a simulated laparoscopic vaginal cuff suturing task whether they train with the current laparoscopic simulator or a newer gynecology-specific simulator.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - December 4, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ob/Gyn & Women ' s Health News Source Type: news

Protection Against Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Complications Protection Against Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Complications
A two-layer vaginal cuff closure during total laparoscopic hysterectomy is associated with fewer postoperative complications according to a retrospective study of approximately 3,000 patients.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - December 3, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ob/Gyn & Women ' s Health News Source Type: news

Laparoscopic, Robotic Repair of Ventral Hernia Yield Similar Patient-Reported Outcomes Laparoscopic, Robotic Repair of Ventral Hernia Yield Similar Patient-Reported Outcomes
Laparoscopic and robotic ventral hernia repair with intraperitoneal mesh have comparable patient-reported outcomes, but the robotic approach takes longer and remains more costly, according to results from the PROVE-IT randomized clinical trial.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - December 1, 2020 Category: Surgery Tags: General Surgery News Source Type: news

When and Why Do Diverticulitis Patients Need Surgery? When and Why Do Diverticulitis Patients Need Surgery?
An update to the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) guideline on diverticular disease suggests that surgery may not be needed in many cases, while a study of laparoscopic resection shows that quality of life may improve, although risks exist.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - November 25, 2020 Category: Surgery Tags: Gastroenterology News Source Type: news

What Can I Expect After a Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy?
Title: What Can I Expect After a Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy?Category: Procedures and TestsCreated: 11/18/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/18/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General)
Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General - November 18, 2020 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news

Laparoscopic Resection May Be An Option for CRC Liver Metastases
TUESDAY, Nov. 17, 2020 -- For patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who have resectable liver metastases, survival outcomes at five years do not differ significantly for treatment with laparoscopic versus open liver resection, according to a... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - November 17, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Randomized trial of laparoscopic, open liver surgery found no difference in long-term survival ou
(American College of Physicians) A randomized trial of laparoscopic and open liver surgery for patients with metastatic colon cancer found no difference in survival outcomes between treatment groups. Previously published short-term results showed that the laparoscopic approach led to fewer complications within 30 days after surgery, faster recovery, and shorter hospital stays. Findings from a randomized, controlled trial are published inAnnals of Internal Medicine. (Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer)
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - November 16, 2020 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news

Laparoscopic, Robotic Repair of Ventral Hernia Yield Similar Patient-Reported Outcomes Laparoscopic, Robotic Repair of Ventral Hernia Yield Similar Patient-Reported Outcomes
Laparoscopic and robotic ventral hernia repair with intraperitoneal mesh have comparable patient-reported outcomes, but the robotic approach takes longer and remains more costly, according to results from the PROVE-IT randomized clinical trial.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - November 12, 2020 Category: Surgery Tags: General Surgery News Source Type: news

What to Expect After a Laparoscopic Hysterectomy?
Title: What to Expect After a Laparoscopic Hysterectomy?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 11/5/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/5/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General)
Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General - November 5, 2020 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news

What Is Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation?
Title: What Is Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 11/3/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General)
Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General - November 3, 2020 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news

What Is Laparoscopy in Gynecology?
Title: What Is Laparoscopy in Gynecology?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 10/29/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/29/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General)
Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General - October 29, 2020 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news

Recovery Time for a Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Title: Recovery Time for a Laparoscopic HysterectomyCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 10/29/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/29/2020 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General)
Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General - October 29, 2020 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news