Laparoscopic drainage of lymphocele after renal transplantation.

Slavis, S A; Gardner, L D; Swift, C; Gross, M L · J Urol · 1992

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We describe the successful laparoscopic formation of a peritoneal window for the treatment of a symptomatic, recurrent lymphocele in a 25-year-old man after cadaveric renal transplantation. Because of minimal morbidity, relative ease and safety, this procedure should be strongly considered as a primary form of therapy for recurrent lymphoceles refractory to percutaneous drainage. However, thorough knowledge and experience with laparoscopic techniques are necessary.

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