Abstract
To perform single-incision laparoscopic colectomy (SILC) safely while maintaining the minimal invasiveness of SILC and the quality of the lymph node dissection, we have used hybrid single-incision laparoscopic colectomy (H-SILC). Preliminary experience with H-SILC in advanced colon cancer is reported. First, a multi-flap gate was inserted through a 4.0 cm transumbilical incision, and three 5 mm ports were placed in the converter sheet. The procedures were much the same as in usual laparoscopic colectomy excluding a lateral to medial approach. The initial identification or exposure of the ileocolic vessels was performed through a small incision, and lymphadenectomy was mainly achieved using laparoscopic technique. In the course of laparoscopic procedures, whenever we felt stress, we used the techniques of open surgery through the small incision. The procedure was completed successfully without any perioperative complication and no need to extend the skin incision. The operative time was 191 min. Postoperative follow-up did not reveal any umbilical wound complication or any recurrence. Our experience indicates H-SILC is safe and feasible for selected patients with colon cancer with improved cosmesis.