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Laparoscopic Left Lateral Sectionectomy: Guided by the Ligamentum Teres Hepatis and the Umbilical Fissure Vein
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Laparoscopic left lateral liver sectionectomy: a safe, efficient, reproducible technique.

M Abu Hilal1, N W Pearce

  • 1Hepatobiliary-Pancreatic and Laparoscopic Surgical Unit, Southampton University Hospital, Southampton, UK. abu_hlal@yahoo.com

Digestive Surgery
|September 12, 2008
PubMed
Summary

Laparoscopic left lateral sectionectomy (LLLS) is a safe and effective procedure for liver resection. This study shows a quick learning curve for surgeons, making it a valuable technique for developing laparoscopic liver services.

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Area of Science:

  • Hepatobiliary Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Laparoscopic left lateral sectionectomy (LLLS) offers a pathway to increase laparoscopic liver resection proficiency.
  • Developing safe laparoscopic techniques is crucial for advancing liver surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and learning curve of LLLS.
  • To present surgical techniques for establishing new laparoscopic liver services.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 30 LLLS procedures performed between August 2004 and December 2007.
  • Analysis of operative time, hospital stay, resection margins, blood loss, and complications.

Main Results:

  • Median operative time: 180 minutes; Median postoperative hospital stay: 4 days.

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  • Median free resection margin: 11 mm; Median blood loss: 80 ml.
  • No mortality or conversions to open surgery; two minor complications.

    • Conclusions:

    • LLLS is a feasible, safe, and efficient procedure with a rapid learning curve.
    • The presented techniques can assist surgeons in developing laparoscopic liver services.