Robotic pyeloplasty learning curve for a pediatric surgeon without previous laparoscopic pyeloplasty experience.

Robotic pyeloplasty has become a technique of choice for pyelo-ureteral junction syndrome treatment in children. Less invasive than open surgery, robotic pyeloplasty also has a lower learning curve than laparoscopic pyeloplasty. This is how a new generation of surgeons without previous laparoscopic pyeloplasty experience has begun training in robotics.

Pediatric Mini-Invasive Splenectomy Comparing Laparoscopy With or Without Robotic Approach: A Single-Center Study.

The introduction of splenectomy in pediatric robotic surgery programs remains controversial. The aim of this study is to evaluate the feasibility and safety of robotic assisted splenectomy (RAS) in children and compare its outcomes with the laparoscopic splenectomy (LAS). A single institution retrospective study was performed (2011-2020).

Combined Thoracic Ultrasound Assessment during a Successful Weaning Trial Predicts Postextubation Distress.

Background: Recent studies suggest that isolated sonographic assessment of the respiratory, cardiac, or neuromuscular functions in mechanically ventilated patients may assist in identifying patients at risk of postextubation distress. The aim of the present study was to prospectively investigate the value of an integrated thoracic ultrasound evaluation, encompassing bedside respiratory, cardiac, and diaphragm sonographic data in predicting postextubation distress.

Methods: Longitudinal ultrasound data from 136 patients who were extubated after passing a trial of pressure support ventilation were measured immediately after the start and at the end of this trial.