title: Laparoscopic splenectomy using the lateral position: an improved technique.
abstract: An alternative approach to laparoscopic splenectomy is described. This technique uses a lateral position and modified port placement. Initial experience with three patients has demonstrated advantages over previously described approaches, by providing a more direct view of the splenic hilum and by eliminating the need for retraction of adjacent organs.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D013156:Splenectomy / Q000379:methods*