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Laparotomy has become the preferred approach to the excision of large, complex abdominal cysts in the neonate. We describe a laparoscopic-assisted decapsulation of an antenatally diagnosed abdominal cyst that was noted on postnatal ultrasound scan to have a complex echo pattern. This limited procedure allows for accurate verification of the diagnosis, institution of appropriate therapy, and organ salvage. It represents a superior management option that obviates the significant complications associated with conservative management.
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Received: 6 June 1997/Accepted: 22 October 1997
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Mahomed, A., Jibril, A. & Youngson, G. Laparoscopic management of a large ovarian cyst in the neonate. Surg Endosc 12, 1272–1274 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1007/s004649900835
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s004649900835