Craig T. Albanese, MD, MBA
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Minimal access portoenterostomy: advantages and disadvantages of standard laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2007; (2): 258-64
Minimal access portoenterostomy (Kasai procedure) for biliary atresia represents a technically challenging operation. The standard laparoscopic approach yields results comparable to the open technique. After an initial experience with standard laparoscopy, we assessed the potentially superior optics and dexterity of a surgical robotic system for performing portoenterostomy. We reviewed our experience with minimal access portoenterostomy to compare the relative advantages and disadvantages of standard laparoscopic and robotic approaches to biliary atresia.
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