Robotic-assisted resection of pelvic mesorectum lipoma during the COVID-19 pandemic: a case report. Issue 6 (14th June 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Macchini, Daniele; Perano, Vittoria; Celoria, Valentina; Bombardieri, Emilio; Goletti, Orlando
• Is Part Of: Journal of surgical case reports. Volume 2022:Issue 6(2022)
• Publication Date: 2022-06-14
• Subjects: Surgery -- Periodicals; Surgery -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 617.005
• DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjac113
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2042-8812

Abstract

Abstract: Mesorectal lipoma is a rare, usually asymptomatic tumor. The best treatment is R0 resection but the previous literature reports different approaches. Robotic surgery allows for an accurate intervention, with a faster postoperative course, less risk of infection and need for transfusions, a faster return to normal daily activities and the best esthetic result. We describe a case of a 43-year-old female with a large lipoma with dislocation of the vagina, rectum and distal sigmoid colon, potentially malignant, successfully treated by robotic excision, which was safe, effective and well tolerated by the patient.