Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Versus Standard Multiport Approach for Gallbladder Disease in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Versus Standard Multiport Approach for Gallbladder Disease in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
To evaluate comparative outcomes of single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILC) and standard multiport laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SLC) in the management of children with various hematological or biliary disorders.
Methods:
A comprehensive systematic review of literature studies with subsequent meta-analysis of outcomes was conducted in line with preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses statement standards. Operative time, length of hospital stay, and postoperation complications were extracted.
Results:
Seven researches reporting a total number of 479 patients who underwent SILC (n = 235) or SLC (n = 244) were included. There was no difference between SILC and SLC groups in operative time (mean difference (MD) 15.14, 95% confidence interval [CI] [10.50–19.79], P = .07) and length of hospital stay (MD 0.83, 95% CI [−2.41 to 4.06], P = .62). Postoperation complications and the cost also seemed similar.
Conclusions:
SILC and SLC seem to have comparable effect and safety in children. Future high-quality randomized controlled trials with adequate sample sizes and long-term follow-up are required to provide stronger evidence in favor of the intervention.
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