Nationwide implementation of minimally invasive liver surgery: population-based analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous studies of minimally invasive liver surgery described results and experiences in high-volume centres and early adopters, but data on national levels are lacking. This study evaluated the implementation and outcomes of minimally invasive liver surgery in Sweden over a 15-year period, with a focus on colorectal liver metastases.

Methods

Data from patients undergoing liver surgery between 2009 and 2023 were obtained from the Swedish National Quality Registry for Liver, Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer, and evaluated in time intervals. Propensity score matching analysis was used to compare outcomes between open and minimally invasive liver surgery for colorectal liver metastases.

Results

A total of 9977 procedures were included in the study, of which 1

SUBMITTER: Ostrand E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12822779 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature