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Lee E Ponsky1, Edward E Cherullo, Mark Sawyer

  • 1Center for Urologic Oncology and Minimally Invasive Therapies, Department of Urology, Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, USA. lee.ponsky@uhhospitals.org

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This study introduces single access site (SAS) laparoscopic radical nephrectomy, a new minimally invasive surgical technique for kidney removal. The procedure was safely and effectively performed with minimal blood loss and a short hospital stay.

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  • Urology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Radical nephrectomy is a standard treatment for renal tumors.
  • Minimally invasive approaches aim to reduce surgical morbidity.
  • Single access site (SAS) surgery offers potential cosmetic and recovery benefits.

Observation:

  • An 86-year-old woman with an 8-cm central-enhancing right renal lesion underwent SAS laparoscopic radical nephrectomy.
  • A 7-cm paramedian incision facilitated the use of a GelPort and standard laparoscopic instruments.
  • The renal artery was controlled with polymer clips and the renal vein with a stapler for specimen extraction.

Findings:

  • The SAS laparoscopic radical nephrectomy was completed in 96 minutes without complications.

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  • The patient was discharged on postoperative day 2 with a regular diet.

    • Implications:

    • This case demonstrates the initial clinical experience and feasibility of SAS laparoscopic radical nephrectomy with intact specimen extraction.
    • The technique, using standard laparoscopic instruments, proved safe and effective, suggesting potential for broader application.
    • Further development of SAS approaches and instrumentation could expand its use in laparoscopic surgery.