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This is the Scientific Surgery Archive, which contains all randomized clinical trials in surgery that have been identified by searching the top 50 English language medical journal issues since January 1998. Compiled by Jonothan J. Earnshaw, former Editor-in-Chief, BJS

Hypercapnia and acidosis during open and thoracoscopic repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernia and esophageal atresia: results of a pilot randomised controlled trial. Ann Surg 2013; 258: 895–900.

Published: 18th March 2014

Authors: Bishay M, Giacomello L, Retrosi G, Thypoka M, Garroboli M, Brierley J et al. et al.

Conclusion

This pilot randomized trial included 20 neonates. Thoracoscopic repair was associated with marked hypercapnia and acidosis, calling into question the safety of the procedure.

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