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Laparoscopic Splenectomy with Pericardial Devascularization for Hypersplenism and Esophageal Variceal Hemorrhage Due to Portal Hypertension
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Laparoscopic Splenectomy Using LigaSure.

Norman Oneil Machado1, Nayil Al Kindy, Pradeep J Chopra

  • 1Department of Surgery, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman. oneilnorman@gmail.com

JSLS : Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
|May 25, 2011
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LigaSure, a vessel sealing system, enhances laparoscopic splenectomy (LS) safety by reducing bleeding and operating time. This method offers a safe and efficient approach for vascular control during LS procedures.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Vascular Sealing Technology

Background:

  • Laparoscopic splenectomy (LS) is standard for splenectomy, but bleeding remains a key complication.
  • Vascular control at the hilum is critical for safe LS.
  • LigaSure offers a potential solution for safe vascular sealing in LS.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of LigaSure for vascular control during LS.
  • To assess the impact of LigaSure on operative time and blood loss in LS.
  • To compare LigaSure outcomes with other methods in the literature.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective case series of 12 consecutive LS using LigaSure.
  • Literature review of 231 LS cases utilizing LigaSure for hilar control.

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  • Analysis of operative time, blood loss, and complications.

    • Main Results:

    • Mean operative time was 126 minutes with a mean blood loss of 70mL.
    • LigaSure use was associated with reduced operative time (102 minutes) and blood loss (66mL) compared to endostaplers in literature.
    • Two postoperative complications (portal vein thrombosis, subphrenic collection) were noted.

    Conclusions:

    • LigaSure facilitates safe vascular control in LS, leading to reduced operative time and intraoperative bleeding.
    • The use of LigaSure in the semilateral position contributes to improved safety and efficiency in LS.
    • LigaSure demonstrates potential for lower complication and conversion rates in laparoscopic splenectomy.