Hybrid Approach for Left-Sided Colonic Carcinoma Obstruction
Author Information
Author(s): Trakarnsanga Atthaphorn, Akaraviputh Thawatchai, Methasate Asada, Chinswangwatanakul Vitoon
Primary Institution: Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
Hypothesis
Can a hybrid approach using colonic stent insertion followed by single incision laparoscopic colectomy effectively manage left-sided colonic obstruction?
Conclusion
The hybrid approach of colonic stent insertion and single incision laparoscopic colectomy can be safely performed with promising results.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient recovered well after the operation without any postoperative complications.
- The pathological result showed adequacy of oncologic resection.
- This hybrid approach can prevent undesirable colostomy.
Takeaway
Doctors used a new method to help a man with a blocked colon by first putting in a stent and then doing a special kind of surgery, and he got better without any problems.
Methodology
The patient underwent colonic stent placement followed by single incision laparoscopic colectomy.
Limitations
This is a single case report, and more patients are needed for further study.
Participant Demographics
A 58-year-old male with a BMI of 17.3 kg/m2 and a history of seizure.
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