Single-port laparoscopic right colonic resection.
BACKGROUND
The laparoscopic approach is a recognized treatment option for colonic resection. We present the first single-port operation for colonic resection using standard laparoscopic equipment and techniques.


METHODS
A single-port laparoscopic right colonic resection was successfully performed using GelPort (Applied Medical, Orange County, CA, USA) and a standard laparoscopic approach.


RESULTS
The procedure was completed in 105 min through a single periumbilical incision. There was minimal blood loss and no post-operative problems.


CONCLUSIONS
Single-port laparoscopic techniques can be applied to colonic surgery. It negates morbidity associated with trochar insertion and port sites. It should be performed by surgeons familiar with laparoscopic colorectal techniques.
Keshava
Anil
A
Colorectal Surgical Department, Concord Hospital, Sydney, Australia. anilkeshava@hotmail.com
Mackenzie
Scott
S
Al-Kubati
Waheeb
W
D018256:Adenomatous Polyps / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D003082:Colectomy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D003110:Colonic Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures