Single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy with the X-Cone: A feasibility study in 9 pigs
Krajinovic K, Pelz J, Germer CT, Georg Kerscher A (2011)
Publication Type: Journal article
Publication year: 2011
Journal
Book Volume: 18
Pages Range: 39-43
Journal Issue: 1
Abstract
Objective: Virtually any port system for single-port laparoscopic surgery is for single usage only. The aim of this study was to trial the novel and completely reusable port X-Cone in order to perform a cholecystectomy by one infraumbilical incision. Methods: Single access cholecystectomies were performed in 9 anesthetized domestic pigs in nonsurvival studies. Only one infraumbilical incision was performed for placing the reusable, multichannel steel port system. A newly developed angulated forceps was used besides regularly used instruments in laparoscopic surgery. Results: The gallbladder was successfully removed in 9 pigs. At postmortem examination, the clips placed on the cystic duct and the cystic artery. No bile leakage was found at the operative field. Conclusion: Single-port cholecystectomy with the reusable X-Cone single-port system is safe and feasible. No additional incisions were needed. The system is ergonomically designed, easy to handle, and the learning curve for cholecystectomy is steep. © The Author(s) 2011.
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APA:
Krajinovic, K., Pelz, J., Germer, C.T., & Georg Kerscher, A. (2011). Single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy with the X-Cone: A feasibility study in 9 pigs. Surgical Innovation, 18(1), 39-43. https://doi.org/10.1177/1553350610389195
MLA:
Krajinovic, Katica, et al. "Single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy with the X-Cone: A feasibility study in 9 pigs." Surgical Innovation 18.1 (2011): 39-43.
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