Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Laparoscopic spleen removal surgery and recovery in three cats
By O'Donnell, Erica et al.·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2013·Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Laparoscopic splenectomy: operative technique and outcome in three cats.
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Plain-English summary
Three cats with spleen problems underwent a minimally invasive surgery called laparoscopic splenectomy, which involves removing the spleen through small incisions. The procedure used special tools to carefully seal blood vessels, allowing the spleen to be removed with little bleeding. All three cats recovered well from the surgery and were able to go home the day after the operation. This technique may be a safe option for cats needing spleen removal, offering a quicker recovery compared to traditional surgery.
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Abstract
CLINICAL SUMMARY: The clinical findings, treatment and outcome for three cats that underwent laparoscopic splenectomy using bipolar vessel-sealing devices for resection of diffuse splenic disease are described. In each case, a three-portal laparoscopic technique was used. The spleen was manipulated and its mesentery and associated vessels sequentially cauterized and ligated to enable removal through a portal incision with minimal hemorrhage. Each of the three patients recovered from anesthesia without incident and was able to be discharged to the owner the next day. PRACTICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Laparoscopic splenectomy may be a safe and effective alternative to celiotomy in a select group of cats requiring splenectomy.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23254241/