Conversions in pediatric robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery.

Journal: Journal of pediatric surgery
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: New technology attracts necessary concerns regarding safety and effectiveness, including the risk and circumstances of conversions. This study analyses our 11-year experience of conversions from a dedicated pediatric robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery service.

Authors

  • Thomas P Cundy
  • Donatella Di Fabrizio
    Department of Paediatric Surgery, Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds, UK.
  • Naved K Alizai
    Department of Paediatric Surgery, Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds, UK.
  • Azad S Najmaldin
    Department of Paediatric Surgery, Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds, UK. Electronic address: azad.najmaldin@nhs.net.