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Review
. 2016 Jun 27;8(6):402-6.
doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v8.i6.402.

Strategies of laparoscopic spleen-preserving splenic hilar lymph node dissection for advanced proximal gastric cancer

Qi-Yue Chen  1 , Chang-Ming Huang  1 , Chao-Hui Zheng  1 , Ping Li  1 , Jian-Wei Xie  1 , Jia-Bin Wang  1 , Jian-Xian Lin  1 , Jun Lu  1 , Long-Long Cao  1 , Mi Lin  1 , Ru-Hong Tu  1 , Zhi-Liang Hong  1
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Review

Strategies of laparoscopic spleen-preserving splenic hilar lymph node dissection for advanced proximal gastric cancer

Qi-Yue Chen et al. World J Gastrointest Surg. .

Abstract

For advanced proximal gastric cancer (GC), splenic hilar (No. 10) lymph nodes (LN) are crucial links in lymphatic drainage. According to the 14(th) edition of the Japanese GC treatment guidelines, a D2 lymphadenectomy is the standard surgery for advanced GC, and No. 10 LN should be dissected for advanced proximal GC. In recent years, the preservation of organ function and the use of minimally invasive technology are being accepted by an increasing number of clinicians. Laparoscopic spleen-preserving splenic hilar LN dissection has become more accepted and is gradually being used in operations. However, because of the complexity of splenic hilar anatomy, mastering the strategies for laparoscopic spleen-preserving splenic hilar LN dissection is critical for successfully completing the operation.

Keywords: Gastric neoplasm; Laparoscopic; Lymphadenectomy; Splenic hilus; Strategy.

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