D J Scott1, D A Provost, S T Tesfay, D B Jones. 1. Southwestern Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas 75390-9092, USA.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGBP) may be performed using a variety of methods. The purpose of this study was to learn how to perform the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass operation laparoscopically, using a porcine model. MATERIALS AND METHODS: 11 domestic pigs (mean weight 47 kg) underwent LRYGBP. In 8 animals, a completely laparoscopic approach was attempted, while in 3 animals a hand-assist device was used. Techniques for anvil placement, pouch calibration, and limb-length measurement were evaluated. Animals were sacrificed at the end of the procedure, and operative results were recorded. RESULTS: The hand-assist device restored tactile feedback but obscured visualization. The gastrojejunostomy leak rate was 64%, and the jejunojejunostomy leak rate was 73%. Anvil placement using transgastric and transoral methods was feasible. Calibrating the pouch with a Baker's tube was more accurate than using anatomical landmarks. Measuring limb-lengths using Babcock clamps was reliable with practice. CONCLUSION: The frailty of the porcine small intestine may limit one's ability to achieve intact anastomoses. Despite the anatomic limitations, the porcine model was well-suited for skill development and evaluation of techniques for performing the LRYGBP operation.
BACKGROUND: The laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGBP) may be performed using a variety of methods. The purpose of this study was to learn how to perform the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass operation laparoscopically, using a porcine model. MATERIALS AND METHODS: 11 domestic pigs (mean weight 47 kg) underwent LRYGBP. In 8 animals, a completely laparoscopic approach was attempted, while in 3 animals a hand-assist device was used. Techniques for anvil placement, pouch calibration, and limb-length measurement were evaluated. Animals were sacrificed at the end of the procedure, and operative results were recorded. RESULTS: The hand-assist device restored tactile feedback but obscured visualization. The gastrojejunostomy leak rate was 64%, and the jejunojejunostomy leak rate was 73%. Anvil placement using transgastric and transoral methods was feasible. Calibrating the pouch with a Baker's tube was more accurate than using anatomical landmarks. Measuring limb-lengths using Babcock clamps was reliable with practice. CONCLUSION: The frailty of the porcine small intestine may limit one's ability to achieve intact anastomoses. Despite the anatomic limitations, the porcine model was well-suited for skill development and evaluation of techniques for performing the LRYGBP operation.
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