Outcomes of laparoscopic hepatic resection for colorectal cancer metastases.

Abstract

The role of laparoscopic liver resection for cancer remains controversial. This review summarizes the expanding literature on outcomes of minimally invasive hepatic resection for colorectal cancer liver metastases. Four recent studies (in more than 300 patients) show 5-year overall-survival rates of 46-64%, which are comparable to results in modern open hepatic resection series. The advantages of laparoscopic liver resection include smaller incisions, less pain, less narcotic requirements, and shorter length of stay.

• Authors: Kevin Tri Nguyen, David A Geller
• Journal: Journal of surgical oncology (J Surg Oncol) Vol. 102 Issue 8 Pg. 975-7 (Dec 15 2010) ISSN: 1096-9098 [Electronic] United States
• PMID: 21166001 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
• Copyright: © 2010 Wiley-Liss, Inc.

Topics

• Colorectal Neoplasms (pathology, surgery)
• Hepatectomy (methods)
• Humans
• Laparoscopy
• Liver Neoplasms (secondary, surgery)
• Survival Analysis
• Treatment Outcome