Is there a role for laparoscopic and/or robotic techniques for borderline resectable tumors?

Lee M. Ocuin, Herbert J. Zeh, Amer H. Zureikat

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

Abstract

Recent evidence suggests that minimally invasive approaches are safe and effective alternatives to open surgery in carefully selected patients with benign and malignant pancreatic disease. In this chapter, the role of laparoscopic and robotic approaches to resectable, borderline resectable, and locally advanced pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) is critically evaluated, focusing on metrics of safety, feasibility, and oncologic outcomes.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationMultimodality Management of Borderline Resectable Pancreatic Cancer
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Pages187-202
Number of pages16
ISBN (Electronic)9783319227801
ISBN (Print)9783319227795
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 10 2015
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Borderline resectable pancreatic cancer
  • Distal pancreatectomy
  • Locally advanced pancreatic cancer
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Pancreaticoduodenectomy
  • Robotic surgery

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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