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Laparoscopic hemi-splenectomy

Authors: Matteo De Pastena, Maarten W. Nijkamp, Thomas G. van Gulik, Olivier R. Busch, H. S. Hermanides, Marc G. Besselink

Published in: Surgery Today | Issue 7/2018

Abstract

Laparoscopic splenectomy is now established as a safe and feasible procedure. However, it remains associated with some short- and long-term postoperative complications, especially infectious complications. To our knowledge, this is the first report (with video) focusing on the safety and feasibility of laparoscopic hemi-splenectomy and its surgical outcomes for the treatment of splenic abscesses causing septic emboli. This technique combines the immunological benefits of partial splenectomy and the postoperative benefits of a minimally invasive approach. Further studies are needed to standardize this technique and to assess its immunological and surgical benefits.

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Title: Laparoscopic hemi-splenectomy
Authors: Matteo De Pastena
Maarten W. Nijkamp
Thomas G. van Gulik
Olivier R. Busch
H. S. Hermanides
Marc G. Besselink
Publication date: 01-07-2018
Publisher: Springer Singapore
Published in: Surgery Today / Issue 7/2018
Print ISSN: 0941-1291
Electronic ISSN: 1436-2813
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00595-018-1639-6

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