Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy with selective control of the renal parenchyma: initial experience with a novel laparoscopic clamp

Abstract

LPN with clamping of the renal parenchyma using this novel device can be used in selected patients with peripheral tumours. Resection of the tumour in a bloodless field is possible. The main advantage is that ischaemia occurs only in the renal parenchyma next to the tumour, facilitating nephron-sparing surgery without being pressed for time.