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This is a Systematic Review study (also classified as: Meta-Analysis, Cohort Study).

Comparative Analysis of Laparoscopy Versus Laparotomy for Managing Adhesive Bowel Obstruction in Pediatric Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Systematic review shows laparoscopy results in shorter hospital stays and fewer complications in pediatric patients, suggesting surgical preference.

Laparoscopy significantly reduces hospital length of stay in pediatric patients compared to laparotomy.
Postoperative complications are notably lower with laparoscopy than with laparotomy approaches.
This systematic review and meta-analysis included retrospective cohort studies comparing laparoscopic and laparotomy methods.
The findings highlight a need for further high-quality research to confirm long-term outcomes and treatment efficacy.

Almaliki et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Systematic review shows laparoscopy results in shorter hospital stays and fewer complications in pediatric patients, suggesting surgical preference.