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Laparoscopic Segment VI Liver Resection using a Left Lateral Decubitus Position: A Personal Modified Technique

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Abstract

Background

Laparoscopic technique for lesions located in the left liver is well described in the literature. On the contrary, the best laparoscopic approach for lesions located in the right liver, such as in segment VI, is still debated.

Aim

In this article, we provide a detailed description of a laparoscopic segment VI liver resection using a left lateral decubitus position with the right side up, facilitated by a personal technique. We also discuss potential advantages and disadvantages of this procedure.

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Abbreviations

HCC:

Hepatocellular carcinoma

ASA:

American Society of Anesthesiology

CT:

Angio-computed tomography

HCV:

Hepatitis C virus

EGDS:

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy

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  1. Department of General and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, S.M. Loreto Nuovo Hospital, Via A. Vespucci, 80142, Naples, Italy

    Giulio Belli, Corrado Fantini, Alberto D’Agostino, Luigi Cioffi, Paolo Limongelli, Gianluca Russo & Andrea Belli

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Belli, G., Fantini, C., D’Agostino, A. et al. Laparoscopic Segment VI Liver Resection using a Left Lateral Decubitus Position: A Personal Modified Technique. J Gastrointest Surg 12, 2221–2226 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-008-0537-4

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