Minimally Invasive Surgery (Jan 2024)
Comparison of Mortality and Postoperative Complications Between Open and Laparoscopic Repair of Perforated Peptic Ulcer
Abstract
Conclusion: Evidence suggests that in stable patients with PPU, LR is better than OR in terms of mortality. However, more high-quality evidence is needed to determine which is more appropriate for different circumstances (e.g., unstable or high-risk patients).