Crural stitch technique for liver retraction in laparoscopic upper gastrointestinal surgery: a retrospective case series

The described crural stitch technique provides a safe, reproducible, and atraumatic alternative for liver retraction in laparoscopic upper GI surgeries. It eliminates the need for extra ports and instruments, reduces operating costs, and minimizes complications. Further prospective, multi-center studies are warranted to validate these findings and determine broader applicability.