Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Introduction: Chilaiditi’s sign consists of the interposition of a segment of the intestine between the right diaphragm and the liver; when this anomaly causes gastrointestinal symptoms, it is referred to as Chilaiditi’s syndrome. If conservative treatment fails, surgical intervention is often necessary, especially in severe or complicated cases. Case Presentation: An 82‐year‐old woman with a 2‐year history of right‐sided abdominal pain, constipation, malaise, and weight loss was diagnosed with Chilaiditi’s syndrome following an extensive workout to exclude other pathologies. Following the failure of medical therapy, she underwent elective robotic surgery for hepatic flexure mobilization and right colopexy. The procedure was performed using the Versius robotic system (Cambridge Medical Robotics, CMR), resulting in successful repositioning of the colon and resolution of symptoms. Discussion: Chilaiditi’s syndrome is often underdiagnosed and can be effectively treated with surgical intervention in cases unresponsive to medical therapy. The Versius robotic system offers a highly effective, minimally invasive solution, reducing surgical trauma, and promoting faster recovery. This case highlights the benefits of robotic‐assisted surgery in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions like Chilaiditi’s syndrome. Conclusion: Robotic surgery, particularly with the Versius robotic system, offers significant technical advantages in such complex cases due to its precision and minimally invasive nature, with improved clinical outcomes, and enhanced recovery times for patients requiring surgical intervention.
Source: Case Reports in Surgery
DOI: 10.1155/cris/9965465
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $790
OpenAlex ID: W4411236847