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Laparoscopic Splenectomy with Pericardial Devascularization for Hypersplenism and Esophageal Variceal Hemorrhage Due to Portal Hypertension
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Splenic hilum management during laparoscopic splenectomy.

Rosario Vecchio1, Salvatore Marchese, Ehab Swehli

  • 1Department of Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery Unit, University of Catania, Policlinico Vittorio Emanuele Hospital, Catania, Italy. rvecchio@unict.it

Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. Part A
|July 23, 2011
PubMed
Summary

This study found that using a stapling device for the splenic hilum during laparoscopic splenectomy is safe and effective. This method demonstrated a low complication rate in experienced surgeons, minimizing risks associated with spleen removal.

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Area of Science:

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery

Background:

  • Laparoscopic splenectomy involves delicate splenic hilum division, posing risks of complications.
  • The choice of instruments for dividing splenic artery and vein impacts patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of using a stapling device for splenic hilum management.
  • To analyze the relationship between surgical instruments and complications in laparoscopic splenectomy.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 107 laparoscopic splenectomies performed between 1998 and 2011.
  • The splenic hilum was consistently approached using a vascular stapler in all cases.

Main Results:

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  • Hematologic disorders were the primary indication for splenectomy.
  • Conversion to open surgery occurred in 13 cases, with only 3 related to hilum management.
  • Postoperative complications included portal vein thrombosis (3 cases), pancreatic fistula (1 case), and bleeding (2 cases).

Conclusions:

  • Vascular stapler use for splenic hilum is a safe and effective laparoscopic splenectomy technique.
  • Experienced surgical teams achieve a low rate of hilum-related complications with this method.