Professional
Technical
IVT
Laparoscopic-Assisted Pull-Through
Minimally invasive surgical technique combining laparoscopy with traditional pull-through procedures.
Full Definition
Laparoscopic-assisted pull-through is a surgical approach that combines laparoscopic visualization and dissection with traditional pull-through techniques, commonly used in treating conditions like Hirschsprung disease and anorectal malformations. This hybrid technique allows surgeons to perform precise dissection in the pelvis while maintaining the benefits of minimally invasive surgery. The approach reduces surgical trauma compared to open procedures while providing better visualization than purely transanal approaches.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate when used as an adjective; specify the underlying condition being treated.
In Context
- "The surgical team performed a laparoscopic-assisted pull-through for treatment of long-segment Hirschsprung disease." — Operative report
- "Recovery time following laparoscopic-assisted pull-through was significantly shorter than traditional open repair." — Clinical research paper
Also known as
LAPT
hybrid pull-through
Contrasted with
open pull-through
Don't confuse with
purely laparoscopic procedure
transanal pull-through