Abstract

CANTERO AYALA, Daniel  and  FLEITAS, Daniel. Magnet-assisted scarless laparoscopic surgery: Initial experience in Paraguay. Cir. parag. [online]. 2025, vol.49, n.2, pp.8-11. ISSN 2307-0420.  https://doi.org/10.18004/sopaci.2025.agosto.8.

Objective: To describe the level of satisfaction and characteristics of the patient population undergoing magnet-assisted single-incision surgery in Paraguay. Methodology: A retrospective, descriptive, observational study was conducted using surveys and a review of surgical records and medical records. The study period covers the first fourteen months since the technique's implementation in Paraguay, from June 2024 to July 2025. The number of surgical interventions was recorded, along with variables such as age, sex, diagnosis, hospital stay, and complications according to the Clavien-Dindo scale. The degree of satisfaction was recorded through anonymous multiple-choice surveys. The perception of the postoperative aesthetic result was measured using a visual analog scale. Results: 38 magnet-assisted single-incision surgeries were performed from June 2024 to July 2025 in Paraguay. Average age: 43 years. 63% were female. The most common diagnosis was gallbladder disease, and the most frequently performed procedure, among several others using this technique, was cholecystectomy (66%). The average hospital stay was less than 24 hours. There were 3 cases of superficial surgical site infection and 2 cases of shoulder pain (Clavien-Dindo I). Magnet-assisted single-incision surgery was completed as scheduled in 97% of cases; there was only one case of conversion. A high level of satisfaction was recorded. 93% of patients rated their overall experience as "Excellent" (5/5). All patients responded that if they required another surgery, they would opt for the same method, and 100% would recommend it. Regarding the perception of the postoperative aesthetic result, 90% of patients reported being "Very Satisfied" (5/5). Conclusion: Magnet-assisted single-incision surgery is a safe, feasible, and highly valued technique by patients in Paraguay. The high aesthetic satisfaction, low complication rate, and proven applicability across multiple procedures position it as a solid alternative within minimally invasive surgery.

Keywords : scarless surgery; magnetic-assisted surgery; single-incision laparoscopic surgery; transumbilical cholecystectomy.

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