Laparoscopic excision of a retrorectal schwannoma.
Retrorectal tumors are uncommon and are usually managed by open surgical excision. Recent advances in laparoscopic techniques have led to the use of laparoscopy for a variety of problems in colorectal surgery, including the excision of retrorectal tumours. This case report, which describes the laparoscopic excision of a benign schwannoma arising from the second sacral nerve root, highlights the benefits of accurate preoperative diagnosis with MR imaging and the advantages of a laparoscopic approach while pointing out principles that should be adhered to when using this approach. The tumour was successfully resected without neural compromise and with a prompt and full postoperative recovery.
Rao
M
M
The John Goligher Colorectal Unit, The General Infirmary at Leeds, Great George Street, Leeds, LS1 3EX, UK.
Sagar
P
P
Duff
S
S
Hulme-Moir
M
M
Brayshaw
I
I
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy; D009442:Neurilemmoma / Q000601:surgery*; D012004:Rectal Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*
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