Robotic Left Hepatectomy Using the Glissonean Approach and Saline‐Linked Bipolar Clamp‐Crush Technique

Abstract

BackgroundWe have previously reported a saline‐linked bipolar clamp‐crush technique as a novel robotic liver resection method. Herein, we present the surgical techniques and outcomes of robotic left hepatectomy using the Glissonean approach and our liver transection technique.MethodsThe key procedures included the following: (1) encircling the left Glissonean pedicle using the Tip‐Up fenestrated grasper, (2) dissecting the liver parenchyma using the saline‐linked bipolar clamp‐crush technique, (3) moving the endoscope one trocar to the right to facilitate visualisation of the liver transection plane, and (4) stapling the left pedicle and left hepatic vein. Seven robotic left hepatectomies were performed.ResultsThe median operative time and estimated blood loss were 395 min and 50 mL, respectively. The median length of postoperative hospital stay was 9 days. Pneumothorax was the only severe postoperative complication.ConclusionsRobotics left hepatectomy using the Glissonean approach and the saline‐linked bipolar clamp‐crush technique appears safe and feasible.