Laparoscopic management of a splenic cyst.
Laparoscopic management of a splenic cyst in a 17-year-old patient is discussed. Indications and technical aspects of the procedure are presented. The etiology of splenic cysts and treatment alternatives are discussed. A cyst-peritoneum window was performed successfully using minimally invasive techniques, with a short hospital stay and preservation of the spleen. Minimally invasive surgery provides an alternative to conventional surgical procedures on selected patients with splenic cysts.
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General Surgery Service, United States Air Force Hospital, Hill Air Force Base, Utah.
D000293:Adolescent; D003560:Cysts / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D009392:Nephrectomy / Q000009:adverse effects; D013158:Splenic Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*