Transperitoneal versus retroperitoneal laparoscopic adrenalectomy for large pheochromocytoma: Comparative outcomes

Koji Shiraishi, Seiji Kitahara, Hideaki Ito, Kazuo Oba, Chietaka Ohmi, Hideyasu Matsuyama

International Journal of Urology · 2018 · 32 citations · 21 references

Abstract

For right side procedures, the retroperitoneal approach is feasible, safer and faster than the transperitoneal approach for large pheochromocytomas. Early transection of the feeding artery is beneficial for managing the tumor and reducing the risk of bleeding.

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