Abstract
Laparoscopic abdominal surgery has opened many previously unexploited diagnostic and therapeutic options. At our institution, we have used laparoscopic techniques in several patients to successfully salvage dysfunctional Tenckhoff catheters. Peritoneal dialysis has gained widespread approval as an acceptable alternative to hemodialysis. Unfortunately, following surgical placement of the catheter, mechanical complications are all too common and usually result in unnecessary removal or replacement. To illustrate the usefulness of laparoscopy in preventing this unnecessary patient morbidity, we present a case study of an easily correctable cause of Tenckhoff catheter outflow obstruction that would have avoided detection under normal circumstances.
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Owens, L.V., Brader, A.H. Laparoscopic salvage of Tenckhoff catheters. Surg Endosc 9, 517–518 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00206840
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