Incidence, associated risk factors, and impact of conversion to laparotomy in elective minimally invasive sigmoidectomy for diverticular disease.
Amir L BastawrousRon G LandmannYuki LiuEmelline LiuRobert K ClearyPublished in: Surgical endoscopy (2019)
Conversion from minimally invasive to open sigmoidectomy for diverticular disease results in additional morbidity and healthcare costs. Consideration of modifiable risk factors for conversion may attenuate adverse associated outcomes.