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The role of the laparoscopic approach in two-stage hepatectomy for colorectal liver metastases: a single-center experience

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Background

In selected patients, laparoscopic liver surgery for the treatment of colorectal liver metastases (CRLM) leads to better short-term outcomes and comparable oncologic outcomes in comparison with an open approach. However, its role in two-stage hepatectomy (TSH) remains poorly explored.

Methods

A single-center retrospective study was performed to evaluate the role of laparoscopic liver resection (LLR) in the first and second stage of TSH. Demographic data, comorbid factors, perioperative outcomes, and short-term outcomes were evaluated.

Results

Between September 2011 and May 2020, 23 patients were planned to undergo a TSH. The first stage hepatectomy (FSH) was performed laparoscopically in 22 patients (96%) without need for conversion. The median blood loss was 50 cc (IQR 30–100 cc) and postoperative length of hospital stay was 4 days (IQR 2.5–5 days). R0 resections were obtained in 18 FSHs (78%), while all others were R1 vascular (22%). Fourteen patients (61%) underwent a second stage hepatectomy (SSH). All SSHs were anatomically major hepatectomies. SSH was performed laparoscopically in 7 patients (50%), with need for conversion in 1 case (14%). The median blood loss was slightly lower in the open liver resection (OLR) group compared to the LLR group (200 cc (IQR 110–375 cc) vs. 240 cc (IQR 150–400 cc), respectively. The median postoperative length of hospital stay was 3 days shorter in the LLR group compared to the OLR group (4 days (IQR 3.5–4 days) vs. 7 days (IQR 4.5–8.5 days), respectively).

Conclusions

The already proven advantages of LLR in the treatment of CRLM favor the role of a laparoscopic approach in TSH for CRLM. In first stage minor or technically major hepatectomy, LLR is progressively becoming the gold standard. Laparoscopic second stage anatomically major hepatectomy is feasible in experienced hands, but should be limited to selected cases and should be performed in expert centers.

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    Emily Taillieu, Celine De Meyere & Mathieu D’Hondt

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Taillieu, E., De Meyere, C. & D’Hondt, M. The role of the laparoscopic approach in two-stage hepatectomy for colorectal liver metastases: a single-center experience. Surg Endosc 36, 559–568 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-021-08317-0

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