Learning Curve of Single-Port Laparoscopic Appendectomy for Noncomplicated Acute Appendicitis: A Preliminary Analysis Compared with Conventional Laparoscopic Appendectomy

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Abstract

Single-port laparoscopic appendectomy is a safe and feasible procedure. The learning curve could be overcome safely without major complications. Our preliminary analysis showed that 30 cases are sufficient to achieve an equivalent operative duration compared with conventional three-port laparoscopic appendectomy.

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