Innovative Maneuvers in Laparoscopic Spleen-Preserving Distal Pancreatectomy: The Gastrohepatic Ligament Approach

Surgeons pioneering laparoscopic spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy (lspdp) embraced the gastrohepatic ligament approach, deftly navigating preservation of splenic vessels. With a concise operation time of 186 minutes and minimal blood loss (37 ml), their approach, showcased in a video, emerges as a strategic option for low-grade malignant tumors. This professional journey promises smoother seas for lspdp, blending innovation with efficiency.

Journal Article by Tsunematsu M, Onda S (…) Ikegami T et 3 al. in Ann Surg Oncol

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