Transumbilical single-port laparoscopic liver cyst fenestration / 中华消化外科杂志

Objective To determine the feasibility, safety and techniques of transumbilical single-port laparoscopic liver cyst fenestration. Methods From November 2009 to June 2010, four cases of transumbilical single-port laparoscopic liver cyst fenestration were completed through three adjacent 5 mm trocars around the umbilicus. Normal 5 mm laparoscopic instruments and a 5 mm 30° laparoscope were utilized, and the procedures were similar to conventional multi-port laparoscopic liver cyst fenestration. Results All operations were completed successfully, with no conversion to laparotomy or the multi-port laparoscopic procedure. The mean operation time was 38 minutes (25-70 minutes). All patients were discharged at postoperative days 1-3, and no complications or cyst recurrence occurred during hospitalization and follow-up. Conclusions Transumbilical single-port laparoscopic liver cyst fenestration is safe and feasible. It has the advantages of less pain, cosmetic incision and quick recovery, but is technique-demanding.

Transumbilical single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy / 中华消化外科杂志

Objective To evaluate the safety and efficacy of transumbilical single port laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Methods The clinical data of 16 patients who received transumbilical single port laparoscopic cholecystectomy at Xinqiao Hospital from January 2008 to May 2010 were retrospectively analysed. An incision with a length of 1.5 cm was made adjacent to the umbilicus, and then two 5 mm trocars and one 10 mm trocar were installed. After the establishment of pneumoperitoneum, a laparoscopic camera was placed via the 10 mm trocar,and laparoscopic instruments and a 5 mm ultrasonic scalpel were placed via the two 5 mm trocars, respectively.Cholecystectomy was performed in the same manner as for the conventional laparoscopic procedure. Results All the operations were successfully carried out. The operation time was 50-150 minutes. No drainage tube was inserted,and no complications such as bleeding or bile leakage were observed after the operation. Patients recovered well,and no scarring was observed around the umbilicus. Conclusions Transumbilical single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy is safe and feasible, but it is more difficult than laparoscopic cholecystectomy in terms of manipulation.Transumbilical single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy has the potential to replace laparoscopic cholecystectomy if the operative instruments are improved.

Transumbilical laparoscopic single-port choledocholithotomy / 中华消化外科杂志

Objective To investigate the feasibility and safety of transumbilical laparoscopic single-port choledocholithotomy in the treatment of common bile duct stones. Methods The clinical data of four patients who underwent transumbilical laparoscopic single-port choledocholithotomy at Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University from January to June, 2010 were retrospectively analyzed. The operation method and postoperative effects were reviewed. Results All the operations were successfully carried out. The mean operation time was 100 minutes and the mean blood loss was 62. 5 ml. All patients were cured without the occurrence ofcomplications except for one patient who had a peritoneal infection and was cured after surgical drainage. Conclusion Transumbilical laparoscopic single-port choledocholithotomy is safe and feasible, but indications should be strictly followed.