Outcomes of laparoscopic resection of Meckel's diverticulum are equivalent to open laparotomy

Retrospective analysis of 148 pediatric Meckel's diverticulum cases from NSQIP-Ped (2011-2014) found laparoscopic resection achieved equivalent outcomes to open laparotomy despite 27% conversion rate. Authors advocate for hybrid approaches with exteriorization through extended port sites to reduce unnecessary conversions to open surgery.