Outcome of laparoscopic versus open repair of perforated peptic ulcers in low-risk patients
Ahmed A. Elshora,
Gamal I. Moussa,
Tarek M. Sehsah
et al.
Abstract:Background
Peptic ulcer perforation (PPU) represents the main indication for emergent surgical intervention for peptic ulcer disease. The study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of laparoscopic repair (PPU) in comparison with open repair in low-risk patients.
Methods
A retrospective study was conducted in a tertiary medical institution that included 98 patients diagnosed with PPU in line with the inclusion criteria. An analysis was performed to co… Show more
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