Abstract
SummaryA variety of approaches are now available to drain pancreatic pseudocysts (PP) when indicated. In addition to open surgery, endoscopic, laparoscopic, intra-luminal, and percutaneous techniques are available as therapeutic options to facilitate drainage of mature symptomatic PP. The laparoscopic lesser sac technique is appealing since it• relies on a secure stapled anastomosis,• provides an adequate sized cystgastrostomy to facilitate drainage, and• utilizes minimally invasive techniques to diminish operative morbidity and expedite return to normal activities.Short-term follow-up data suggest that this approach is feasible, effective and reproducible, Long-term studies demonstrating the efficacy of laparoscopic drainage of PP using the lesser sac technique are needed to validate these early favorable outcomes.
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