Retrospective analysis shows safe anastomotic results in procedure-naïve surgeons, indicating a reliable technique.
Background While minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy (MIPD) has become increasingly common, biliary reconstruction remains a formidable technical hurdle. Ensuring the reproducibility of hepaticojejunostomy, particularly when performed by procedure‐naïve surgeons, is a critical challenge. Methods We retrospectively analyzed consecutive patients who underwent MIPD with laparoscopic hepaticojejunostomy using a standardized technique employing a handmade double‐armed suture. All procedures were performed by a procedure‐naïve U40 surgeon under expert supervision. The anastomotic safety and reconstruction time were evaluated to assess reproducibility. Results A total of 23 patients were included. No bile leakage was observed, and anastomotic stricture occurred in 1 patient. The reconstruction time showed minimal variability throughout the series, indicating stable procedural performance from the early phase. Conclusion A standardized laparoscopic hepaticojejunostomy technique can be safely and reproducibly performed by a procedure‐naïve surgeon with sufficient foundational experience under structured supervision. Technique‐based standardization may complement existing training strategies and facilitate sustainable dissemination of MIPD.
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