Abstract
ABSTRACT
Extramucosal pyloromyotomy has allowed the correction of pyloric hypertrophy of infancy for almost 90 years with uniform, reproducible success. Initial efforts have shown that this method of pyloromyotomy is feasible with minimally invasive surgical techniques. The technique is straightforward, requires only a few instruments, and is easily learned. Other than the use of laparoscopy for exposure, the traditional, time-proven concept of pyloromyotomy is used. Preliminary data reveal morbidity rates similar to those in large series using open techniques, but with superior cosmetic results.
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