[Use of endoscopy for sacral resection: a clinical case]

Area of Science:

• Surgical Oncology
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Endoscopic Techniques

Background:

• Sacral resection presents surgical challenges due to anatomical complexity.
• Traditional surgical approaches can involve significant patient trauma and extended recovery periods.

Observation:

• This case report describes the clinical application of endoscopy during sacral resection surgery.
• A video-assisted frontal approach was employed for internal ileac vessel ligation and tumor detachment.
• Sacrum removal was subsequently performed via a posterior approach.

Findings:

• The described endoscopic technique resulted in less operative trauma compared to standard trans- or extraperitoneal frontal approaches.
• Patients undergoing this procedure experienced a shorter rehabilitation period.

Implications:

• This endoscopic approach offers a less invasive alternative for sacral resection surgery.
• The findings suggest potential benefits for patient recovery and reduced hospital stay.
• Further research into endoscopic sacral resection is warranted to validate these preliminary findings.