Complete and safe resection of challenging retroperitoneal tumors: anticipation of multi-organ and major vascular resection and use of adjunct procedures

Complete and safe resection of challenging retroperitoneal tumors: anticipation of multi-organ and major vascular resection and use of adjunct procedures

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Retroperitoneal tumors are often massive and can involve adjacent organs and/or vital structures, making them difficult to resect. Completeness of resection is within the surgeon's control and critical for long-term survival, pa...

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Main Authors: Tseng William W, Wang Sam C, Eichler Charles M, Warren Robert S, Nakakura Eric K
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-11-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Subjects:
Retroperitoneal Tumor
Multi-organ Resection
Adjunct Procedures
Online Access:http://www.wjso.com/content/9/1/143

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