[Laparoscopic hepatectomy by curettage and aspiration: 54 cases reported].

Objective: Introduce the experience on 54 cases of laparoscopic hepatectomy-liver transection by curettage and aspiration (LTCA).

Methods: We used Peng multifunctional operative dissector (PMOD) to perform laparoscopic liver transection by curettage and aspiration.

Results: 52 patients underwent laparoscopic hepatectomy successfully. 2 patients were converted to an open hepatectomy for raw surface hemorrhage or severe abdominal cavity adherence. Mean operative time was 146.5 minutes, the mean bleeding volume was 460 mL, the largest excised liver size was 20 cm x 7 cm x 4 cm. Bile leakage and pneumothorax occurred in 2 patients. Patients could walk one day after operation and were discharged one week postoperatively.

Conclusion: Laparoscopic hepatectomy by curettage and aspiration is a safe and effective technique. PMOD is an optimal tool to perform laparoscopic hepatectomy.