• The First Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 16011, Liaoning Province, China;
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ObjectiveTo summarize the current status and the management and prophylaxis of complications in laparoscopic gastrectomy. MethodsThe literatures on laparoscopic gastrectomy in domestic and abroad were reviewed and analyzed combined with our experiences. ResultsThe complications of laparoscopic gastrectomy primary attributed to surgery itself and pneumoperitoneum. Limited field under laparoscopy, loss of threedimensional space and finger touch, new instrument and technology and working conditions increased the difficulty of operation and the possibility of surgical complications. Clear anatomical layer under laparoscopy, accurate dissection of lymph nodes, and digestive tract reconstruction were the basis to reduce the complications in laparoscopic gastrectomy. ConclusionCorrect surgical procedures may reduce the occurrence of complications in laparoscopic gastrectomy.

Citation: ZHANG Jian,HU Xiang.. Management and Prophylaxis of Complications in Laparoscopic Gastrectomy. CHINESE JOURNAL OF BASES AND CLINICS IN GENERAL SURGERY, 2011, 18(2): 122-125. doi: Copy