The Urachal Pathology with Umbilical Manifestation: Overview of Laparoscopic Technique

Abstract

In the rare international scientific literature, only one study report comparative data, as our study. The results that we obtained seem to be in favor of the laparoscopic procedure, although prospective, randomized trials are needed to get stronger evidence.

Laparoscopic management of urachal cysts

“…The most common port positions are both either infraumbilical or supraumbilical for the camera port, with the right and left mid-abdominal wall positions of the working ports forming the triangulation (17). Another placement technique is based on the position of the three ports in the right or left lateral abdominal wall (18)(19)(20).…”

Robot-Assisted Excision of a Urachal Cyst Causing Dyspareunia and Dysorgasmia: Report of a Case

“…Then, the urachus normally obliterates, forming the median umbilical ligament, which lies between the transversalis fascia and the peritoneum. 2 …”

“…Patients usually present between the ages of 16 and 35 years. 2 Common symptoms include clear umbilical drainage, fevers, and pain. These patients may also be picked up with an abnormal physical examination or radiologic finding.…”

Laparoscopic Excision of Urachal Remnants Is a Safe and Effective Alternative to Open Surgery in Children

“…In some cases of urachal remnants, a preoperative definitive diagnosis could not be obtained. 9 Even if the preoperative diagnosis was uncertain, the correct diagnosis and the right treatment would be performed by the laparoscopic approach with its excellent panoramatic view. The laparoscopic technique would be a better option for such cases.…”