Case Reports
Anatomy of laparoscopic splenectomy; case report
Authors:
S. Sancheewan ,
University of Peradeniya, LK
About S.
Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine
P. Kanchana,
University of Peradeniy, LK
About P.
Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine
D. Karunasagara,
University of Peradeniy, LK
About D.
Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine
R. Jamaldeen,
University of Peradeniy, LK
About R.
Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine
K. B. Galketiya
University of Peradeniy, LK
About K. B.
Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine
Abstract
Splenectomy when performed by laparoscopy is associated with less morbidity compared to open surgery. It also has a cosmetic advantage due to smaller wounds. The case discussion illustrates the anatomical landmarks and relationships during a laparoscopic splenectomy.
How to Cite:
Sancheewan S, Kanchana P, Karunasagara D, Jamaldeen R, Galketiya KB. Anatomy of laparoscopic splenectomy; case report. Sri Lanka Anatomy Journal. 2021;5(1):69–72. DOI: http://doi.org/10.4038/slaj.v5i1.137
Published on
03 Oct 2021.
Peer Reviewed
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