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[Laparoscopic approach excision of mesenteric cysts]
L Bosco1, G Clerico, P V Galetto
1Divisione di Chirurgia Generale, Regione Piemonte, Azienda USL 9, Ospedale di Ivrea, Torino.
Minerva Chirurgica
|March 7, 1998
Summary
A rare mesenteric cyst in a young woman was successfully removed using laparoscopic surgery. This minimally invasive approach offers complete excision, reduced hospital stays, and lower morbidity for patients with these lymphatic-origin cysts.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Surgical Oncology
- Pediatric Surgery and Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Mesenteric cysts are rare lesions, with incidences of 1:100,000 in adults and 1:20,000 in pediatric admissions.
- Their etiopathogenesis is linked to ectopic lymphatic tissue, similar to retroperitoneal and omental cysts.
Observation:
- The case involved a young woman presenting with a mesenteric cyst.
- The cyst was largely asymptomatic, with diagnosis typically occurring during surgery.
Findings:
- Successful surgical excision of the mesenteric cyst was achieved using a laparoscopic approach.
- Laparoscopic surgery enabled complete cyst removal with minimal invasiveness.
Implications:
- Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery is effective for mesenteric cyst removal.
- This approach significantly reduces postoperative hospital stay and patient morbidity.