Thoracoscopic plication of the diaphragm in infants in the first 3 months of life demonstrates better results than open surgery.

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We believe that the laparoscopic approach should be considered if nephrectomy is indicated in newborns and infants less than 3 month of life. There are the advantages that simplify the surgical technique, reduce quantity of the necessary endoscopic instruments, and minimize surgical trauma and morbidity, thereby improving cosmetic results and reducing hospital stay in this age group.

Our results showed that endoscopic correction of congenital anomalies of intestinal rotation provides better postoperative results than open surgery and can be widely used in young children.