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Surgical Endoscopy
Published in: Surgical Endoscopy 3/2007

01-03-2007

Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy

Results of a prospective non-randomized study from a tertiary center

Authors: C. Palanivelu, R. Shetty, K. Jani, K. Sendhilkumar, P. S. Rajan, G. S. Maheshkumar

Published in: Surgical Endoscopy | Issue 3/2007

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Abstract

Background

Though laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy for benign conditions was first described in the early 1990s, it has not become as popular as other laparoscopic surgeries. Published literature on this topic consists of several case reports and a handful of small series. We present our experience, which, to the best of our knowledge, is the largest series reported to date.

Methods

Since 1998, 22 patients have undergone distal pancreatectomy at our institute. The technique of distal pancreatosplenectomy, as well as spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy, is described.

Results

Four males and 18 females in the age range of 12–69 years underwent operation. Splenic preservation was possible in 7 patients. The tumor diameter ranged from 2.1 cm to 7.4 cm. The mean operating time was 215 min. The mean length of incision required for specimen retrieval was 3.4 cm. All patients were started on a liquid diet on the first postoperative day. The median hospital stay was 4 days. One patient developed a pancreatic fistula that was managed conservatively. At the end of an average follow-up of 4.6 years, no recurrence has been reported.

Conclusions

Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy is a safe procedure, with minimal morbidity, rapid recovery, and short hospital stay. In appropriate cases, splenic preservation is feasible.
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Metadata
Title
Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy
Results of a prospective non-randomized study from a tertiary center
Authors
C. Palanivelu
R. Shetty
K. Jani
K. Sendhilkumar
P. S. Rajan
G. S. Maheshkumar
Publication date
01-03-2007
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Surgical Endoscopy / Issue 3/2007
Print ISSN: 0930-2794
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2218
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-006-9020-z

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