Outcomes after Pediatric Diaphragmatic Plication: Open versus Minimally Invasive Approaches

In brief

This study compares surgical outcomes between open and minimally invasive approaches for diaphragm plication in pediatric patients with diaphragmatic eventration. The analysis evaluates laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, and traditional open techniques to guide surgical decision-making in this patient population.

• Diaphragmatic eventration requires surgical plication to restore diaphragm function and improve respiratory mechanics.
• Multiple surgical approaches exist: laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, open transabdominal, and transthoracic routes.
• Comparative outcomes data between minimally invasive and open techniques inform surgical approach selection.

Written by the GCMD Library team from the article.