Robot-assisted Partial Splenectomy for Benign Splenic Tumors: Four Case Reports

Overview

Journal World J Clin Oncol

Publisher Baishideng Publishing Group

Specialty Oncology

Date 2024 Oct 30

PMID 39473856

Authors

Hui-Min Xue

Peng Chen

Xiao-Jun Zhu

Jing-Yi Jiao

Peng Wang

Affiliations

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Abstract

Background: Robotic-assisted partial splenectomy (RAPS) is a superior approach for treating splenic cysts and splenic hemangiomas, as it preserves the immune function of the spleen and reduces the risk of overwhelming post splenectomy infection. Currently, there are no standardized guidelines for performing a partial splenectomy.

Case Summary: Four patients with splenic cysts or splenic hemangiomas were treated by RAPS. Critical aspects with RAPS include carefully dissecting the splenic pedicle, accurately identifying and ligating the supplying vessels of the targeted segment, and ensuring precise hemostasis during splenic parenchymal transection. Four successful RAPS cases are presented, where the tumors were removed by pretreating the splenic artery, dissecting and ligating the corresponding segmental vessels of the splenic pedicle, transecting the ischemic segment of the spleen, and using electrocautery for optimal hemostasis. Four patients underwent successful surgeries with minimal bleeding during the procedure, and there were no signs of bleeding or recurrence postoperatively.

Conclusion: Four cases confirm the feasibility and superiority of RAPS for the treatment of benign splenic tumors.

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