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This video shows submesocolic medial-to-lateral laparoscopic mobilization of the splenic flexure in which embryologically-derived planes are highlighted using colorized parts in a black and white background. The concept of traction and counter-traction is used to create a tissue “bridge” to work beneath, making efficient use of both of the surgeon’s hands. To our knowledge, the color-grading technique has not been previously used to edit a video of a laparoscopic procedure, thus creating a new method of teaching.
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Drs. Joep Knol and Guido Vangertruyden have no conflicts of interest or financial ties to disclose. S. Wexner receives consulting fees for consulting and royalties for intellectual property license from Karl Storz.
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Knol, J.J.A., Wexner, S.D. & Vangertruyden, G. Laparoscopic mobilization of the splenic flexure: the use of color-grading as a unique teaching tool. Surg Endosc 29, 734–735 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-014-3727-z
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-014-3727-z