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EP1338 Para-aortic lymphadenectomy step-by-step landmarks, boundaries and avoiding complications
Abstract
Introduction/Background The goal of this video to demonstrate step-by-step paraoartic lymphadenectomy
Methodology It is important to recognize the landmarks to open the spaces and mobilize the bowel. It is important to open the space laterally until the ureters and superiorly until left renal vein. In addition, the procedure should be performed systemically to accomplish a complete lymphadenectomy
Results In the video a successful para-aortic lymphadenectomy performed for stage IIIC ovarian cancer
Conclusion Para-aortic lymphadenectomy needs an expert surgeon with major blood vessels to achieve a successful procedure with minimal or no complications
Disclosure Nothing to disclose