Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) Shoe4Africa Children\u2019s Hospital successfully performed its first laparoscopic surgery this week \u2014 a milestone in pediatric surgical care at the Institution. \u200e\u200eThe procedure was done on a 4-year-old boy with undescended testis. Using minimally invasive techniques, the surgical team completed a first-stage laparoscopic orchidopexy. What would have required a large abdominal incision was instead completed through a single 5mm port and two 3mm instrument sites. The child was awake and ready for discharge shortly after the operation.\u200e\u200eThis was made possible through the leadership and support of CEO Dr. Philip Kirwa and Dr. Peter Saula, Head of Pediatric Surgery Department, both of whom have been strong advocates for expanding access to laparoscopic care.\u200e\u200eWe are especially grateful to the anesthesia, nursing, biomedical, supply chain, and cleaning teams who all contributed to making this surgery successful.\u200e\u200eThe operating theatre team led by Herbert Oloo, Nurse Manager, ensured seamless planning and coordination during the surgery.\u200e\u200e”As we look ahead, we hope to build on this foundation to increase access to minimally invasive surgery for children in our region,” Dr. Kirwa affirmed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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