Complications of Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair Complicated by Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Using the ERAS Protocol

The surgery was performed in accordance with the following stages. Preparation for surgery included premedication, thromboembolic prophylaxis, and intravenous administration of broad-spectrum antibiotics 30 minutes before induction of anesthesia. Patient position and approaches: the patient was on the operating table in the spinal position with the lower limbs abducted, the head was raised by 15-20° to improve visualization of the subdiaphragmatic space. Four ports were used: one 10-mm port in the umbilical region (for optics), two 5 mm ports in the right hypochondrium and epigastrium, and one 10 mm port in the left hypochondrium. Based on the analysis of early experience of laparoscopic interventions in the cardioesophageal zone, we modified the standard port technique. In particular, the rejection of the classic fan-shaped installation of five trocars turned out to be justified, since two trocars in the left hypochondrium anatomically conflict and limit the maneuverability of the instruments, also the use of an ultrasonic dissector, allowing for simultaneous coagulation and dissection of tissue, which significantly reduced the need for an additional assistant instrument. This ensured more ergonomic manipulations, reduced the duration of the operation and the need for an additional fifth port.

Inclusion criteria

were clinically significant hiatal hernia complicated by GERD, confirmed endoscopically and by radiological methods, age from 18 to 80 years and ineffectiveness of drug therapy for more than 6 months.

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Exclusion criteria

were patients who had previously undergone surgery on the upper abdominal organs and oncological diseases. All patients underwent a comprehensive preoperative examination, including general clinical and biochemical tests, ECG, endoscopy and X-ray of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum.

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