Robot-assisted repair of diaphragmatic hernias following ventricular assist device implantation

Journal of Surgical Case Reports
M O OngeleS Zani

Abstract

Use of ventricular assist devices (VADs) is increasingly common, as is the need for surgeons to be familiar with the management of common complications in this population. Nonetheless, repair of diaphragmatic hernias which commonly develop following VAD implantation remains technically challenging due to intra-abdominal adhesions and the proximity of vital structures. Despite the potential benefits of improved dexterity and visualization, robotic approaches have thus far not been used to address this. We present the first two described cases of robot-assisted repair of diaphragmatic hernias in the setting of prior or current VAD placement.

References

Nov 14, 1997·The Journal of Trauma·J MurrayK Ashton
Jun 3, 2004·The Annals of Thoracic Surgery·Subhasis ChatterjeeMichael A Acker
Jan 26, 2006·Surgical Infections·Todd W CostantiniGreg J Beilman
Apr 2, 2016·Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. Part a·Carlos A GalvaniIman Ghaderi

❮ Previous
Next ❯

Citations

Jul 13, 2020·Surgical Case Reports·Ryuta SakaHiroomi Okuyama

❮ Previous
Next ❯

Related Concepts

Related Feeds

Artificial Heart & Ventricular Assist Devices

Total artificial hearts (TAH) and ventricular assist devices (VADs) provide cardiac support for patients with end-stage heart disease and have significantly improved the survival of these patients. Discover the latest research on Artificial Heart and Ventricular Assist Devices here.

Related Papers

Kyobu geka. The Japanese journal of thoracic surgery
T Akutsu
Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing : DCCN
L Teplitz
© 2022 Meta ULC. All rights reserved