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Evidence-based guide to multilevel laminectomy for spinal stenosis — covering indications, ligamentum flavum hypertrophy, fusion versus decompression-alone decisions, SPORT trial outcomes, Zurich Claudication Questionnaire scoring, adjacent segment disease, and international cost comparisons.
Evidence-based guide to single-level laminectomy for spinal stenosis, disc herniation, and spinal tumour — covering surgical anatomy of the lamina and ligamentum flavum, open versus minimally invasive tubular and endoscopic approaches, post-laminectomy kyphosis risk in the cervical spine
Evidence-based guide to cervical laminoplasty for spondylotic myelopathy and OPLL — covering Hirabayashi open-door versus Kurokawa French-door techniques, titanium mini-plate fixation, C5 nerve palsy risk (3–8%), alignment requirements, motion preservation versus ACDF, and international cost comparisons.
Evidence-based guide to laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) — covering the silicone band mechanism, adjustable subcutaneous port, 40–50% excess weight loss, band slippage (3–10%), erosion (1–3%), port complications, high long-term removal rates (30–50% at 10 years)
Laparoscopic assisted intestinal resection — evidence-based guide covering the hybrid laparoscopic mobilisation and extracorporeal anastomosis technique, indications including Crohn's disease, small bowel tumours and adhesional obstruction, enhanced recovery pathways, and stoma decisions.
Laparoscopic colon surgery — evidence-based guide covering right and left hemicolectomy, sigmoid colectomy, total colectomy, the COST/COLOR/CLASICC landmark trials, complete mesocolic excision (CME), robotic colorectal surgery (ROLARR trial), conversion rates, anastomotic leak
Laparoscopic colposuspension (Burch procedure) for stress urinary incontinence — evidence-based guide covering paravaginal sutures to Cooper's ligament, Cochrane evidence on laparoscopic vs open outcomes, NICE NG123 guidance on mid-urethral slings, voiding dysfunction risk, and mesh controversy context. Reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Laparoscopic gastrojejunostomy — evidence-based guide covering palliative bypass for gastric outlet obstruction, antecolic vs retrocolic loop gastrojejunostomy, comparison with endoscopic duodenal stenting, stapled vs hand-sewn anastomosis
Comprehensive guide to laparoscopic Heller myotomy for achalasia — covering Chicago Classification subtypes, surgical technique, comparison with POEM, pneumatic dilation, outcomes, and post-operative care. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Laparoscopic rectopexy (rectal prolapse repair) — evidence-based guide covering suture rectopexy, ventral mesh rectopexy (D'Hoore procedure), PROSPER RCT findings, autonomic nerve preservation, and comparison with perineal proctosigmoidectomy. Reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Complete guide to laparoscopic sigmoid colectomy — indications including diverticular disease and colorectal cancer, surgical technique, anastomosis options, Hartmann procedure, DIRECT and COST trial evidence, risks, and recovery. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Comprehensive guide to laparoscopic splenectomy — indications including ITP and haematological disorders, hand-assisted technique for splenomegaly, OPSI prevention, mandatory vaccination protocols (PCV20/MenACWY/Hib), and long-term asplenic care. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
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