Laparoscopic splenectomy: 16 years since Delaitre with review of current literature

Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech. 2009 Jun;19(3):190-4. doi: 10.1097/SLE.0b013e3181a5a911.

Abstract

Since Delaitre reported his first laparoscopic splenectomy it has been accepted universally and today it is probably regarded as a Gold standard in removal of benign and normal sized spleens. We discuss the indications, advantages, techniques, and recent advances of Laparoscopic splenectomy after 16 years of Delaitre.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Splenectomy / methods*
  • Splenic Diseases / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome