Laparoscopic retroperitoneal lymph node dissection: duplication of open technique

Urology. 2005 Mar;65(3):575-7. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2004.12.004.

Abstract

Laparoscopic retroperitoneal lymph node dissection has been used to stage germ cell testicular cancer. Since its initial description, this minimally invasive procedure has evolved into a therapeutic operation that adheres to established strict oncologic principles. A modified template dissection that fully duplicates the open technique is now routinely performed at our institution. We describe and show in the accompanying video segments a laparoscopic modified template dissection.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Lymph Node Excision / methods*
  • Retroperitoneal Space