Hybrid Laparoscopic Versus Open Pancreatoduodenectomy. A Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Hybrid laparoscopic techniques have been proposed as a good transition from open to complete minimally invasive approach especially in complex surgical procedures. This meta-analysis aimed to compare the outcomes of hybrid laparoscopic pancreatoduodenectomy versus open pancreatoduodenectomy.

Methods

A systematic literature research was performed according to PRISMA guidelines. A broad search strategy with terms "laparoscopy" and "pancreatoduodenectomy" was used. Included studies were analyzed by quantitative meta-analysis using the metafor package for R software.

Results

Of 655 identified articles, 627 were excluded and 28 articles fully assessed, including 14 comparative studies, 8 case series and 6 case reports. Extracted data included intraoperative va

SUBMITTER: Vladimirov M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8885482 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature