Laparoscopic Splenectomy for Giant Hemangioma: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Kosmidis Christophoros, Efthimiadis Christopher, Anthimidis Georgios, Grigoriou Marios, Vasiliadou Kalliopi, Sfikakis Petros, Tziris Nikolaos, Fahantidis Epaminondas
Primary Institution: Interbalkan European Medical Center, Thessaloniki, Greece
Conclusion
Laparoscopic splenectomy is a safe and effective procedure for patients with splenomegaly caused by hemangioma.
Supporting Evidence
- Splenic hemangioma is the most common benign neoplasm of the spleen.
- Laparoscopic splenectomy has replaced open splenectomy as the preferred approach for most elective cases.
- The patient remained asymptomatic six months after the operation.
Takeaway
A doctor used a special technique to remove a large, non-cancerous growth from a patient's spleen, and the patient is doing well after the surgery.
Methodology
The patient underwent laparoscopic splenectomy after imaging confirmed a splenic hemangioma.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
An 18-year-old male Greek student.
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