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  • Title: Laparoscopically assisted massive splenectomy. A preliminary report of the technique of early hilar devascularization.
    Author: Nicholson IA, Falk GL, Mulligan SC.
    Journal: Surg Endosc; 1998 Jan; 12(1):73-5. PubMed ID: 9419310.
    Abstract:
    Laparoscopic splenectomy has been safely performed for small spleens, but technical limitations have prevented massive splenectomy. We describe a technique of early hilar devascularization to enable massive splenectomy in three patients over the age of 80 years. Massive splenectomy was performed with minimal blood loss and minor morbidity. Early laparoscopic control of the splenic artery and vein will enable the safe removal of the massive spleen, without major laparotomy. Morbidity of splenectomy may be reduced by laparoscopy.
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