Single incision laparoscopic splenectomy with double port

Area of Science:

• Surgical Innovation
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Gastroenterology

Background:

• Laparoscopic splenectomy is the standard for hematologic spleen disorders.
• Minimally invasive surgery is increasingly preferred by patients and surgeons.
• Advancements enable fewer ports and single-incision procedures.

Observation:

• A single-incision, double-port laparoscopic splenectomy was performed.
• The procedure was used for a patient with immune thrombocytopenic purpura.
• Only two trocars were utilized with simple manipulation.

Findings:

• This represents the first reported instance of a single-incision, double-port laparoscopic splenectomy.
• The technique was successfully applied in a clinical setting.
• Literature review confirmed no prior descriptions of this specific method.

Implications:

• This technique may offer a less invasive surgical option for splenectomy.
• Further research could validate this approach for broader application.
• It contributes to the evolution of single-incision laparoscopic surgery.