Laparoendoscopic single-site simple nephrectomy using a magnetic anchoring system in a porcine model.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Magnetic anchoring devices may reduce the number of port sites needed in laparoscopic surgery. In this study, we prospectively assessed the feasibility of using a magnetic anchoring and guidance system (MAGS) in laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgery performed by novices.

Materials and methods

A total of 10 LESS simple nephrectomies were performed with or without MAGS in a nonsurvival porcine model by 6 operators with no previous LESS surgery experience. After installation of the homemade single port, an intra-abdominal magnet was fixed to the renal parenchyma with suturing and stabilized by an external magnet placed on the flank so that the position of the kidney could be easily changed by moving the external handheld magnet. The length of the procedure and any

SUBMITTER: Choi YH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4869569 | biostudies-literature | 2016 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature