Minimally Invasive Surgical Management for Pediatric Intussusception: A Retrospective Cohort Study

NCT ID: NCT06351163

Last Updated: 2024-04-08

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Total Enrollment

181 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2016-01-31

Study Completion Date

2024-03-31

Brief Summary

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Intussusception is the primary cause of intestinal obstruction in children aged 3 months to 5 years, leading to significant morbidity and mortality rates. Most cases involve the ileocolic region and can often be resolved through air enema, with a success rate of up to 95%. Surgical intervention becomes necessary if pneumatic reduction fails or is not recommended. Traditionally, manual reduction required a large incision on the right side of the abdomen. However, the advancement of minimally invasive techniques, such as the laparoscopic approach (LAP), has become increasingly popular for managing intussusception. LAP offers benefits such as reduced surgical trauma and shorter operative times compared to open procedures. Nevertheless, the adoption of LAP remains controversial due to challenges like limited working space in children and variability in the affected bowel segment. This study aims to investigate the safety and feasibility of LAP and mini-open reduction (MOR) techniques in treating idiopathic intussusception in pediatric patients.

Detailed Description

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Intussusception, the leading cause of intestinal obstruction in children aged 3 months to 5 years, significantly impacts morbidity and mortality rates. Most cases involve the ileocolic region and are typically amenable to resolution via air enema, achieving success rates of up to 95%. Surgical intervention becomes necessary in cases where pneumatic reduction fails or is contraindicated. Historically, the manual reduction required a substantial right-sided transverse incision. However, the advancement of minimally invasive approaches in pediatric surgery, particularly the laparoscopic approach (LAP), has gained traction in managing intussusception. LAP offers the advantages of decreased surgical trauma and shorter operative durations compared to open procedures. Nevertheless, the adoption of laparoscopic intervention for intussusception remains contentious due to challenges such as limited operative space in pediatric patients and variability in the affected bowel segment, impeding widespread acceptance. This study aims to investigate the safety and feasibility of laparoscopic (LAP) and mini-open reduction (MOR) techniques in managing idiopathic intussusception in pediatric patients.

Conditions

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Intussusception

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

COHORT

Study Time Perspective

RETROSPECTIVE

Study Groups

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Intussusception

Pediatric patients exhibiting clinical signs and symptoms of intussusception between January 2016 and December 2020 that fit in with the inclusion criteria of the study.

Laparoscopic reduction

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

A 1cm longitudinal transumbilical incision was made to insert a 5mm trocar for laparoscope placement. CO2 was injected at 10mmHg and a flow rate of 3L. Two 5-mm working trocars were inserted in the lower right and left abdomen under direct visualization, along with two grasping forceps. The ascending colon was manipulated to locate the intussusception mass. Atraumatic graspers were alternately utilized on the ascending colon to mobilize the intussusceptum, pushing it downward towards the cecum. The first visible part of the terminal ileum was grasped and pulled outward and downward, along with its mesentery, using the right grasper, while the left grasper pulled the intussusceptum's neck in the opposite direction. If resistance was encountered, the terminal ileum could be held with the left hand while the right grasper widened the intussusceptum's neck. After reduction, the intestines were examined for necrosis and possible lead points, followed by routine appendectomy and ileopexy.

Transumbilical mini-open reduction

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

If laparoscopic reduction alone was unsuccessful or if bowel resection was required, the intussusceptum was fixed with grasping forceps and brought to the umbilicus for MOR. A 2cm transumbilical incision was created, and a skin retractor was inserted. The underlying fascia was longitudinally extended upward and downward along the linea alba. Upon division of the peritoneum, the actual opening could be expanded up to 5cm, while maintaining the skin incision at 2cm. If the initial incision site proved insufficient for exploration, lateral division of the rectus muscle around the umbilicus on both sides could be performed without cutting the skin, thereby enlarging the surgical field. Manual reduction of the intussusceptum was subsequently carried out, along with bowel resection and anastomosis as indicated.

Interventions

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Laparoscopic reduction

A 1cm longitudinal transumbilical incision was made to insert a 5mm trocar for laparoscope placement. CO2 was injected at 10mmHg and a flow rate of 3L. Two 5-mm working trocars were inserted in the lower right and left abdomen under direct visualization, along with two grasping forceps. The ascending colon was manipulated to locate the intussusception mass. Atraumatic graspers were alternately utilized on the ascending colon to mobilize the intussusceptum, pushing it downward towards the cecum. The first visible part of the terminal ileum was grasped and pulled outward and downward, along with its mesentery, using the right grasper, while the left grasper pulled the intussusceptum's neck in the opposite direction. If resistance was encountered, the terminal ileum could be held with the left hand while the right grasper widened the intussusceptum's neck. After reduction, the intestines were examined for necrosis and possible lead points, followed by routine appendectomy and ileopexy.

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

Transumbilical mini-open reduction

If laparoscopic reduction alone was unsuccessful or if bowel resection was required, the intussusceptum was fixed with grasping forceps and brought to the umbilicus for MOR. A 2cm transumbilical incision was created, and a skin retractor was inserted. The underlying fascia was longitudinally extended upward and downward along the linea alba. Upon division of the peritoneum, the actual opening could be expanded up to 5cm, while maintaining the skin incision at 2cm. If the initial incision site proved insufficient for exploration, lateral division of the rectus muscle around the umbilicus on both sides could be performed without cutting the skin, thereby enlarging the surgical field. Manual reduction of the intussusceptum was subsequently carried out, along with bowel resection and anastomosis as indicated.

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Patients diagnosed with idiopathic intussusception, admitted to the National Children's Hospital between January 2016 and December 2020, exhibiting clinical signs and symptoms consistent with intussusception, and confirmed by ultrasound.
* Fluoroscopy-guided pneumatic reduction was performed, allowing a maximum of three attempts.
* Patients unresponsive to pneumatic reduction underwent laparoscopic reduction (LAP).
* If LAP failed to manage the intussusceptum, conversion to transumbilical mini-open reduction (MOR) was initiated.
* Patients deemed unsuitable for air enema reduction due to a grossly distended abdomen or compromised cardiopulmonary function, making them unlikely to tolerate pneumoperitoneum, were also directed towards MOR.
* Patients with a history of previous intussusception episodes requiring reduction.
* Patients displaying clinical instability with signs of peritonitis or intestinal perforation requiring conventional laparotomy.
* Patients presenting with pathologic lead points.
* Patients who had complications, such as perforation, during pneumatic reduction.

Exclusion Criteria

* Patients in critical condition or suspected of bowel perforation and peritonitis
* Patients who did not meet the criteria for air enema reduction due to significant abdominal distension or compromised cardiopulmonary function
Minimum Eligible Age

2 Months

Maximum Eligible Age

12 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Vinmec Research Institute of Stem Cell and Gene Technology

OTHER

Sponsor Role collaborator

National Children's Hospital, Vietnam

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Nguyen Thanh Quang

Pediatric Surgeon

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Principal Investigators

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Quang T Nguyen

Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Department of Pediatric Surgery, The National Hospital of Pediatrics, Hanoi, Vietnam

Locations

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The National Hospital of Pediatrics

Hanoi, , Vietnam

Site Status

Vinmec Research Institute of Stem Cell and Gene Technology

Hanoi, , Vietnam

Site Status

Countries

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Vietnam

References

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Other Identifiers

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1451_03/BVNTW-VNCSKTE

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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