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Retroperitoneal laparoscopic single-site nephroureterectomy: Initial operative experience
Takatsugu Okegawa1, Naoshi Itaya, Hidehiko Hara
1Department of Urology, The University of Kyorin, Tokyo, Japan. toke@ks.kyorin-u.ac.jp
Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery
|July 19, 2012
Summary
Retroperitoneal laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESS) for upper urinary tract tumors is safe and feasible. This approach resulted in significantly less blood loss compared to standard laparoscopic surgery.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Innovation
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Upper urinary tract tumors present surgical challenges.
- The retroperitoneal approach offers advantages for certain renal and ureteral procedures.
- Laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESS) aims to reduce invasiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the early experience with retroperitoneal LESS for upper urinary tract tumors.
- To evaluate the safety and feasibility of this novel surgical technique.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 21 patients with upper urinary tract cell carcinoma.
- 12 patients underwent retroperitoneal LESS nephroureterectomy.
- 9 patients underwent standard retroperitoneal laparoscopic surgery for comparison.
Main Results:
- All retroperitoneal LESS procedures were completed successfully without conversion.
- No intraoperative or acute postoperative complications were observed.
- Retroperitoneal LESS nephroureterectomy demonstrated significantly less estimated blood loss (P = 0.034).
Conclusions:
- Retroperitoneal LESS nephroureterectomy is a safe and feasible option for upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma.
- The technique shows promise in reducing surgical trauma.
- Further studies are warranted to confirm long-term outcomes.
