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Clinical Application of Single-Surgeon, Three-Port, Laparoscopic Resection for Colorectal Cancer with Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction
Published on: March 24, 2023
Single-port laparoscopic right colonic resection
Anil Keshava1, Scott Mackenzie, Waheeb Al-Kubati
1Colorectal Surgical Department, Concord Hospital, Sydney, Australia. anilkeshava@hotmail.com
Background:
The laparoscopic approach is a recognized treatment option for colonic resection. We present the first single-port operation for colonic resection using standard laparoscopic equipment and techniques.
Methods:
A single-port laparoscopic right colonic resection was successfully performed using GelPort (Applied Medical, Orange County, CA, USA) and a standard laparoscopic approach.
Results:
The procedure was completed in 105 min through a single periumbilical incision. There was minimal blood loss and no post-operative problems.
Conclusion:
Single-port laparoscopic techniques can be applied to colonic surgery. It negates morbidity associated with trochar insertion and port sites. It should be performed by surgeons familiar with laparoscopic colorectal techniques.
