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Open surgery for hilar cholangiocarcinoma (HCCA) has already been widely reported and analyzed. However, the laparoscopic technique for treating HCCA remains controversial because of the lack of radicality and poor… Click to show full abstract
Open surgery for hilar cholangiocarcinoma (HCCA) has already been widely reported and analyzed. However, the laparoscopic technique for treating HCCA remains controversial because of the lack of radicality and poor assessment of the resectability of hilar structures without direct palpation. The aim of this study was to provide detailed surgical procedures and photographs of this technically demanding operation, describe our experience in assessing resectability before and during surgery, and confirm the radicality of laparoscopic resection of Bismuth type III and IV HCCA.
Journal Title: Journal of Surgical Oncology
Year Published: 2019
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