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[Minimally invasive procedures of the pancreas]. Chirurg 1998 Jun;69(6):621-7

Date

07/24/1998

Pubmed ID

9676364

DOI

10.1007/s001040050465

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-0032084276 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)   3 Citations

Abstract

Laparoscopic pancreatic surgery is technically difficult and demanding owing to its retroperitoneal location and its complex anatomic relationships. Performing these operations requires familiarity with the anatomy of the retroperitoneum and advanced laparoscopic skills. Intracorporeal suturing skills are also mandatory. Due to the small number of operations performed in centers, an evaluation period of at least 5 years is necessary to determine the role of laparoscopic procedures in pancreatic disease processes. However, laparoscopic procedures are beginning to represent an undeniable part of the surgical repertoire against pancreatic pathology.

Author List

Arca MJ, Gagner M

MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Adult
Female
Humans
Laparoscopes
Male
Pancreas
Pancreatectomy
Pancreatic Diseases
Pancreatic Neoplasms
Pancreatitis
Retroperitoneal Space
Surgical Instruments