Surgical Film Library-Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Removal of Retroperitoneal Leiomyosarcoma

Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Removal of Retroperitoneal Leiomyosarcoma

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This video showcases a robotic-assisted laparoscopic removal of a rare retroperitoneal leiomyosarcoma in a 67-year-old woman with a history of endometrial cancer. The surgery involved precise dissection around critical structures like the left ureter and genitofemoral nerve, achieving complete tumor excision with clear margins. The procedure also introduced a novel laparoscopic port closure device that ensures effective fascial closure with minimal pain, beneficial for obese patients and trainees. The patient had no complications and was discharged on day one. Key points emphasize the rarity of vascular-origin leiomyosarcomas, nonspecific symptoms, and the importance of surgical planning and anatomy knowledge for safe resection.

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Joel Cardenas, USA

Meta Tag

Procedure Type Retroperitoneal dissection

Route MIS-Robotic

Skill Level Novice

Surgical Location Pelvis

Keywords

MIS-Robotic

Pelvis

Retroperitoneal dissection

Novice

robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery

retroperitoneal leiomyosarcoma

endometrial cancer history

novel laparoscopic port closure device

vascular-origin tumor resection

Joel Cardenas