Introduction Orthotopic liver transplantation (LTX) has become an accepted means for the treatment of end-stage liver disease. Although the technique of LTX has been refined to a relatively standardized approach, the operation remains a formidable surgical challenge. As such, LTX…
Video 17.1 Laparoscopic Splenectomy Introduction The spleen is one of the most commonly injured organs associated with blunt abdominal trauma. Therefore it is not surprising that previously the most common indication for splenectomy was motor vehicle accidents. However, removal of…
Video 16.1 Laparoscopic Pancreaticoduodenectomy Introduction The first pancreatoduodenectomy was described by Kausch in 1909; however, Allen O. Whipple popularized the procedure for pancreatic head adenocarcinoma in 1935 as a two-stage operation with his report of seven cases. The procedure traditionally…
Introduction Distal pancreatectomy refers to resection of a portion of the pancreas extending to the left of the superior mesenteric vein-portal vein (SMV-PV) confluence. First described by Billroth in 1884, distal pancreatectomy is performed for various benign and malignant conditions…
Videos 14.1 Laparoscopic Right Hepatectomy 14.2 Laparoscopic Left Hepatectomy 14.3 Robotic Left Hepatectomy Introduction Multiple factors have contributed to a significant increase in the current number of liver surgeries performed annually. Improvements in surgical and anesthetic techniques as well as…
Video 13.1 Laparoscopic Transcystic Common Bile Duct Exploration Introduction Approximately 15% of patients with gallbladder stones will also have stones within the common bile duct (CBD). Options for managing CBD stones include endoscopic treatment, including endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) with…
Video 12.1 Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Introduction Cholecystectomy is one of the most common abdominal surgeries performed. There are many potential complications, and understanding the correct indications is imperative so that the benefits outweigh the risks. Knowing the proper and safe techniques…
Introduction Achalasia is a rare disorder of the esophagus. From the Greek khalasis (to loosen, and Latin a -, without), the disease is characterized by dysphagia and reflux symptoms secondary to inability of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) to relax,…
Videos 10.1 Linear Stapled Gastric Bypass (Antecolic, Antegastric) 10.2 EEA Stapled Gastrojejunal Anastomosis (Antecolic, Antegastric) 10.3 Sleeve Gastrectomy You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a…
Video 9.1 Per-Oral Pyloromyotomy (POP) and Laparoscopic Pyloromyotomy Introduction Gastric emptying procedures may play a role in the management of various disease processes, including benign or malignant gastric outlet obstruction, gastroparesis, and pyloric stenosis. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment options…