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Technical Tips for Safer Robotic Large Paraesophageal Hernia Repairs
Presented by Dr. Savvas HiridesViews
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Case Description
The webinar on “Technical Tips for Safer Robotic Large Paraesophageal Hernia Repairs” will focus on advanced surgical strategies to enhance precision, safety, and outcomes in complex hernia repairs. Experts will discuss key technical considerations, including patient selection, port placement,...
Case Summary
- The speaker, a surgeon specializing in upper GI surgery with extensive robotic experience, emphasizes the importance of expertise in assessing and approaching the gastroesophageal junction (GEJ). General surgery training is often insufficient, and robotic surgery, while enabling more surgeons to access the area, should not be considered an easy solution. Hiatal hernia repair presents various challenges that can lead to complications and recurrence.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Savvas Hirides
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Nicosia, CyprusDisclosures
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