Researchers delved into minimally invasive liver resections (MILR) and what happens when they switch to open procedures. Out of 1,675 patients, 6.1% required a switch due to unfavorable findings or intraoperative issues. Those needing a conversion experienced higher complications, blood loss, and mortality. Intraoperative conversions had even worse outcomes, emphasizing the need for cautious planning and early conversion for high-risk patients. This study warns about the challenges of transitioning from MILR to open surgery, highlighting the associated risks and complexities.
Journal Article by Gudmundsdottir H, Fiorentini G (…) Cleary SP et 14 al. in Surg Endosc
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