Simultaneous laparoscopic radical nephrectomy and laparoscopic sigmoidectomy for synchronous renal cell carcinoma and colonic adenocarcinoma

Seon Han Kim, Jae Young Park, Yong Geul Joh, Hyeon Hoe Kim

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Abstract

Hand-assisted laparoscopic radical nephrectomy is an established therapeutic choice for localized renal cell carcinoma. Laparoscopic sigmoidectomy is becoming accepted for the treatment of locally advanced sigmoid colon cancer. Primary cancer may occur synchronously in two different organs, in which case simultaneous resection is recommended if possible. To our knowledge this is the first report of simultaneous laparoscopic resection of coexistent renal and colonic double primary malignant tumors.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)179-181
Number of pages3
JournalJournal of Laparoendoscopic and Advanced Surgical Techniques - Part A
Volume14
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2004 Jun
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery

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