[Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: technique and outcomes].
The indication of laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN) has evolved considerably, and the technique is approaching established status at our institution. Over the past 5 years, the senior author has performed more than 450 laparoscopic partial nephrectomies at the Cleveland Clinic. Herein we present our current technique, review contemporary data and oncological outcomes of LPN.
Colombo
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Sección de Cirugía Laparoscópica y Robótica, Glickman Urological Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA.
Gill
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D006801:Humans; D007680:Kidney Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D010535:Laparoscopy; D009392:Nephrectomy / Q000379:methods*; D016896:Treatment Outcome