Novel microlaparoscopic technique for peritoneal dialysis catheter placement.
We describe our technique of microlaparoscopic placement of continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis catheters. Visualization is achieved using a 2.7-mm microlaparoscope, and intra-abdominal manipulation, as well as catheter placement using the Seldinger technique, is accomplished through a single 5-mm port. The advantages of this method include accurate placement of the catheter, minimal patient morbidity, and immediate use of the catheter for peritoneal dialysis.
Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine, 94143-0738, USA.
Edward J
EJ
Yun
Maxwell V
MV
Meng
Todd V
TV
Brennan
Jack W
JW
McAninch
Richard A
RA
Santucci
Stanley J
SJ
Rogers
D002404:Catheterization / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D008866:Microsurgery / Q000379:methods*; D010531:Peritoneal Dialysis, Continuous Ambulatory / Q000379:methods