Is synchronous laparoscopic-assisted percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy and peritoneal dialysis catheter placement a valid alternative to open surgery?
There were no statistically significant differences in outcomes between the two groups. We conclude that laparoscopic-assisted synchronous PD and PEG catheter insertion is safe and effective.
These challenging results provide insight in understanding the pathophysiology of endometriosis and evoke a correlation between lesion architecture and symptomatology.