Laparoscopic fenestration of lymphoceles after kidney transplantation with diaphanoscopic guidance.
In laparoscopic fenestration of lymphoceles after kidney transplantation, identification of the correct site of incision is sometimes difficult. We developed a new technique, using diaphanoscopy in 3 patients. After ultrasound-guided puncture and dilation, the correct incision site is identified by white light with a cystoscope inserted into the lymphocele cavity.
Department of Urology, University Hospital, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria. luigischips@hotmail.com
Luigi
L
Schips
Katja
K
Lipsky
Peter
P
Hebel
Georg
G
Hutterer
Stefano
S
Gidaro
Peter H
PH
Petritsch
Richard E
RE
Zigeuner
D003558:Cystoscopy; D006801:Humans; D016030:Kidney Transplantation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D008210:Lymphocele / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery*; D014172:Transillumination