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9 Total Abdominal Colectomy: Hand-Assisted Approach
Fig. 9.7 Mobilizing the descending colon using “lateral-to-medial” approach
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Fig. 9.8 Taking down the splenic fl exure by cupping both the descending and transverse colon in the palm and gently retracting them caudally
obtained by pushing the operative fi eld, not by pulling back the laparoscope (Video 9.4 ). In order to accomplish this effectively, you must ensure you have adequate mobilization to avoid tearing of the often-fragile tissues.
The transverse colon is mobilized from the duodenum with blunt dissection using the 2nd fi nger and tip of LigaSure™ device. The hepatic fl exure is then mobilized by dissecting the hepato-colonic ligament. The dissection is extended caudal and lateral to the ascending colon, till it meets with the plane made previously at Step 1. The colonic
mobilization is completed when the cecum is freed and secured in the surgeon’s palm.
Step 3. Mesenteric Division Under HALS
9.11 )
(Fig.
The mesenteric division is performed again in a counter­clockwise fashion (from the left side to the right side). Using the “palm-up” technique, the fi ngers are inserted onto the
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Fig. 9.9 Taking down the omentum from the transverse colon, using 2nd and 3rd fi ngers to pinch the omentum and 4th fi nger to displace the transverse colon
Fig. 9.10 The concept of “move-the-ground” technique
colonic mesentery behind the descending colon (Fig. 9.12 ). The mesentery is thus stretched laterally and is easily divided with LigaSure™ device just proximal to the marginal ves­sels. All major colonic arteries should be positively palpated with 1st and 2nd fi ngers and then sealed with LigaSure™ device.
As the division reaches to the transverse mesocolon, the small-bowel loops escape from the mesenteric window and might compromise surgical exposure. This can be prevented by “palm-up” technique: the mesentery is pushed up with 2nd and 3rd fi ngers, while the small bowel is pushed down with the dorsal surface of the hand (Fig. 9.13 ). Again, the use of “move-the-ground” technique should be considered when the directions of LigaSure™ device and dissecting line are not matched. The entire abdominal colon is freed in the peri-
Fig. 9.11 Step 3 (mesenteric division under HALS)
toneal cavity when division of the right mesocolon is com­pleted. If the small bowel continues to be a hindrance to clear visualization, changing the position of the patient during this step is often helpful.
Step 4. Resection, Specimen Extraction, and/or Anastomosis
The hand-access device is opened, and the abdominal colon is exteriorized. Additional mobilization/division can be per­formed under direct vision when necessitated. The distal colon is then staple transected at the level of the sacral prom­ontory (Fig. tomosis is completed in a usual fashion.
9.14 ). Brooke end ileostomy or ileorectal anas-
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Fig. 9.12 The mesenteric division using “palm-up” technique. The 2nd to 4th fi ngers are inserted underneath the mobilized colon, to stretch the mesocolon laterally
Fig. 9.13 Dividing transverse mesocolon using “palm-up” technique. The small-bowel loops are displaced from the operative fi led using the dorsal surface of the hand
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Fig. 9.14 The remainder of mesenteric division is completed under direct vision

Special Considerations

Theoretically HALS is suitable for operations that require minilaparotomy for completion [ 1 , 2 ]. The recovery of tactile sense further contributes to better exposure, easier identifi cation of anatomy, and rapid control of bleeding. HALS thus has been increasingly accepted as practical alternative to straight laparoscopy for complex and exten­sive colorectal operations such as TAC. Several previous studies including ours have suggested that HALS reduces operative times of TAC, while retaining acceptable mor­bidity rates and recovery benefi ts of minimally invasive surgery [
tile feedback can only be enjoyed by the operating sur­geon, whereas the other members have to assist him/her only through conventional laparoscopic visual cues [
1 , 2 , 4 , 7 ].
HALS is virtually a “solo surgery,” since regained tac-
2 ].
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To make HALS procedure most effective and safe, the operating surgeon should deliver his/her sense of palpa­tion verbally to other surgical crew, making timely orien­tation and understanding possible. The authors believe HALS is not a simple “bridge” for novice, but should be performed by experienced surgeon, since abundant expe­rience and profound understanding with both open and laparoscopic surgery is necessary to give adequate feed­back for coordinate performance of the surgical members during the procedure.

Summary

HALS provides many things to surgeons, e.g., tactile sensation, gentle tissue handling, blunt dissection, and rapid hemostasis. Though these are the “lost items” in the straight laparoscopic era, they are very helpful in per­forming complex and extensive colorectal procedures such as TAC.
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3. Fichera A, McCormack R, Rubin MA, Hurst RD, Michelassi F. Long-term outcome of surgically treated Crohn’s colitis: a pro­spective study. Dis Colon Rectum. 2005;48:963–9.
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Operative Details of Laparoscopic Rectal Resection for Cancer

Martin R. Weiser
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K e y P o i n t s
• Preoperative considerations in the setting of rectal cancer are extensive. Meticulous evaluation of the patient before surgery will help identify potentially diffi cult aspects of the operation.
• Proper radiographic imaging can demonstrate the local extent of the tumor, facilitating a detailed operative plan.
• The single most important factor in optimizing outcomes is complete excision of the tumor with negative macro­scopic and microscopic margins.
• Total mesorectal excision (TME) for malignancy involves sharp dissection in relatively avascular planes under direct visualization.

Introduction

Surgical therapy for rectal cancer encompasses several dif­ferent operations, ranging from local excision or TEM/ TAMIS to total mesorectal excision (TME) and abdominal perineal resection. In properly selected patients, each can provide standard of care for oncologic resection of rectal cancer. A laparoscopic approach to rectal lesions, which is the focus of this chapter, offers an oncologically sound solu­tion to a complex problem, with the added benefi ts witnessed in other minimally invasive procedures. When performed by experienced surgeons facile in the laparoscopic TME tech­nique, the potential morbidity associated with radical sur­gery (including major medical complications, impaired sexual and urinary function, wound problems, and the need
for a permanent stoma) is in large part reduced compared to an open approach. With the proper selection of appropriate candidates, laparoscopic proctectomy stands as a useful and valuable tool in the surgeon’s armamentarium.

Indications

Benign, premalignant, and cancerous lesions of the rectum involving the various layers of the rectal wall may be removed via a laparoscopic approach. This technique depends in part upon accurate preoperative staging to avoid inadequate resection of more advanced lesions (i.e., T4). Endorectal ultrasound has reported rates of up to 90 % accuracy for determining tumor depth of penetration, along with sensitivity rates of 60–70 % and specifi city rates of 70–80 % for nodal metastases. Similarly, MRI is associated with accuracy rates of up to 85 % for primary rectal wall involvement, nodal sensitivity rates of 60–70 %, and specifi city rates of 70–80 % [ 1 ]. In general, radical resection offers lower recurrence rates when compared to local excision [ 2 ]. This is especially true for T2 tumors, where local recurrence has been cited to be as high as 47 % after standard transanal excision. Similarly, lesions pos­sessing poor prognostic risk factors, such as lymphovascu­lar invasion (LVI), poor differentiation, tumor budding, and mucinous or signet cell adenocarcinoma, should typi­cally be resected with a standard TME [ 3 ].

Patient Preparation

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M. R. Weiser , M.D. (*) Department of Surgery , Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center , 1275 York Avenue , New York , NY 10065 , USA e-mail:
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Patients receive a full bowel preparation to allow for intraop­erative endoscopy. Low molecular weight heparin is given in the preoperative area, and antibiotics are administered within an hour of incision. In the operating room, each calf is wrapped in pneumatic compression stocking and then placed in modifi ed lithotomy position, with legs in padded adjust­able stirrups. The legs are positioned in a 20- to 25-degree
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Fig. 10.1 Patient positioning. With permission from Nakajima
K, Milsom JW, Böhm B. Patient Preparation and Operating Room Setup. In: Milsom JW, Böhm B, Nakajima K, eds. Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery, 2nd ed. Springer, New York 2006
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abducted position, with the thighs only minimally elevated above the level of the abdomen; higher elevation may cause the surgeon’s hands to collide with the thigh when mobiliz­ing the splenic fl exure (Fig. 10.1 ). The patient is positioned with the pelvis just above the break at the lower end of the operating table. This facilitates free access to the perineum for intraoperative endoscopy, pelvic manipulation, perineal resection, or transanal anastomosis. A beanbag or other securing device is used to help maintain position during table rotation and tilt. The hands and arms are padded and tucked at the patient’s sides. After the induction of general anesthe­sia, an indwelling ureteral catheter and orogastric tube are inserted to decompress the bladder and reduce gastric distension.

Operative Technique (Video 10.1 )

The author routinely utilizes the fi ve following ports: one for the laparoscope, two for the operating surgeon, and two for the assistant. A 10-mm infraumbilical port is initially placed using an open technique. A balloon port—which creates an airtight seal—is preferred, as this port is mostly used for the camera. Five-millimeter ports are then placed in the right upper, left upper, and left lower quadrants, under direct laparoscopic vision. A 12-mm port is placed in the right lower quadrant and ultimately utilized for endoscopic stapling. A fascial suture (#0 Vicryl) is placed at the 12-mm stapling port site, using a suture passing technique for fascial closure at the end of the case. All ports are placed at least 8 cm apart on each side to pre­vent the instrument shafts from crossing each other. I generally use three monitors; however, two monitors are sufficient. One monitor is placed at the patient’s left leg and can swing to the left shoulder during splenic fl exure
mobilization; the other monitor is placed on the right and can be maneuvered between the patient’s legs for pelvic dissection (Fig. 10.2 ).

Surgeon, Assistant, and Nurse Positioning

Depending on the operative step, all team members will stand in varying positions. It is important to adapt the posi­tion based on the patient’s body habitus and the particular step of the operation, to maximize ergonomics. For dissection of the mesocolon and mobilization of the splenic fl exure, the surgeon and second assistant (camera person) stand on the patient’s right side, and the fi rst assistant stands on the patient’s left. The nurse is positioned at the patient’s left leg. For mesocolon dissection, the surgeon views the monitor positioned near the patient’s leg. For splenic fl exure mobili­zation, the second assistant moves between the patient’s legs; all team members look at the left-sided monitor, which is repositioned to the patient’s left shoulder. For pelvic dissec­tion, the surgeon and second assistant stand on the patient’s right side, and the fi rst assistant stands on the left side. All team members view the monitor between the patient’s legs.

Dissection of the Mesocolon and Vascular Pedicle

Following initial inspection of the peritoneal cavity, includ­ing liver, omentum, and pelvis, the patient is positioned in Trendelenburg for dissection of the mesocolon and vascular pedicle. The omentum is placed superiorly above the colon and onto the liver. The patient is tilted right-side down; this allows placement of the small intestine in the right upper quadrant, out of the area of dissection. Using 5-mm bowel
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Fig. 10.2 One monitor is placed at the patient’s left leg and can swing to the left shoulder during splenic fl exure mobilization; the other moni­tor is placed on the right and can be maneuvered between the patient’s
graspers through the left-sided cannulas, the assistant holds the sigmoid ventrally under traction and to the left. In a medial to lateral fashion, the inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) is identifi ed and the retroperitoneum is incised, start­ing at the sacral promontory to the right of (i.e., under) the vessel. Dissection is continued in a cephalad direction to the base of the IMA. Using gentle blunt dissection, the mesen­tery is dissected off the retroperitoneum. Dissection proceeds adjacent to and just below the IMA, which is swept ventrally, to ensure that the preaortic hypogastric sympathetic nerves are preserved and swept dorsally. Dissection beneath the mesentery is continued laterally, until the left ureter and gonadal vessels are identifi ed and swept posteriorly. Once the origin of the IMA is identifi ed, the peritoneum is incised anteriorly over the pedicle and away from the left colic artery. A peritoneal window is made just lateral to the infe­rior mesenteric vein (IMV). This permits ligation of the IMA
legs for pelvic dissection. With permission from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
and IMV pedicle, generally distal to the left colic artery
10.3 ). We employ a bipolar device for vascular ligation,
(Fig. but occasionally use endoscopic staplers or clips. Care is taken to revisualize the left ureter before ligation and divi­sion of the IMA and IMV.

Splenic Flexure and Left Colon Mobilization

The second phase of the procedure is left colon mobilization. Through the peritoneal window, the left mesocolon is bluntly dissected from the underlying retroperitoneal structures, including the gonadal vessels, ureter, Gerota’s fascia, and pancreas (Fig. sary, the sub mesenteric dissection is continued until the spleen is visible and the lesser sac is entered. This can also be performed in a medial to lateral fashion by dissection just
10.4 ). If splenic fl exure mobilization is neces-
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under the IMV adjacent to the ligament of Treitz and the pancreas. The IMV is divided adjacent to the pancreas, before it joins the splenic vein to form the portal vein. This enables full mobilization of the left colon and mesentery. The greater omentum is then freed from the transverse colon edge toward the midline, as far as necessary, to allow the descending colon to reach to the pelvis. The left colon is then mobilized by sharply dividing the lateral peritoneal attach­ments along the white line of Toldt (Fig.
10.5 ).
After the mobilization of the left colon, the sigmoid
mesocolon is divided to the appropriate area of the colon; this will become the proximal resection line. The colon is transected at this level with an endoscopic stapler (Fig. 10.6 ).
Fig. 10.3 A peritoneal window is made just lateral to the inferior mes­enteric vein (IMV), permitting ligation of the IMA and IMV pedicle. With permission from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
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Pelvic Dissection

The next phase of the operation is mesocolic dissection. The surgeon moves back to the right side of the table. The goal is to completely remove the rectum with an intact mesorectum, without injuring the pelvic autonomic nerves. The perito­neum is incised along both sides of the rectum down to and around the anterior peritoneal refl ection. The dissection is initiated posterior to the rectum, at the level of the sacral promontory. The plane between the parietal and visceral lay­ers of the endopelvic fascia is dissected sharply with cautery. Care is taken to immediately identify the hypogastric nerves as they travel anterolaterally across the aortic bifurcation, approximately 2 cm medial to the ureters bilaterally. Dissection along the visceral peritoneum (fascia propria of the rectum) will maintain the plane of dissection above the hypogastric nerves and avoid injury to these structures.
Dissection continues posterolaterally until the junction of the mesorectum and pelvic autonomic nerve plexus is encountered. This area is referred to as the lateral rectal stalks, and care is taken to maintain sharp dissection along the mesorectum to avoid parasympathetic nerve injury (Fig.
10.7 ). The area of dissection may contain small blood
vessels emanating from the pelvic sidewall, which can gen­erally be well controlled with cautery or—rarely—bipolar. The surgeon must be wary of straying into the pelvic side­wall, as this can result in substantial bleeding and nerve injury. The area of dissection is enhanced using the laparo­scope, because of the magnifi cation it provides. Inferior to the level of S3, the rectosacral ligament (Waldeyer’s fascia) is divided sharply with cautery or bipolar. Blunt dissection
Fig. 10.4 Medial dissection. ( To p ): an avascular plane exits between Toldt’s fascia and the mesocolon, which is briefl y dissected medial to lateral after IMA and IMV ligation. ( Bottom ): medial to lateral dissection beneath the left mesocolon provides excellent views of the distal pancreas (P), the base of the left transverse mesocolon and retroperitoneum. With permission
from: Leroy J, Henri M, Rubino F, Marescaux J. Sigmoidectomy. In: Milsom JW, Böhm B, Nakajima K, eds. Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery, 2nd ed. Springer, New York 2006
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Fig. 10.5 Mobilization of the left colon is achieved by sharply dividing the lateral peritoneal attachments along the white line of Toldt. With permission from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Fig. 10.7 Dissection posterolaterally to the junction of the mesorec­tum and pelvic autonomic nerve plexus. This area is referred to as the lateral rectal stalks, and care is taken to maintain sharp dissection along the mesorectum to avoid parasympathetic nerve injury. With permission from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Fig. 10.6 Division of the sigmoid. ( Top ): proximal bowel division is per- formed after dividing the mesocolon up to the chosen site. ( Bottom ): specimen extraction at the suprapubic site involves double protection: (1) wound protector. With permission from: Leroy J, Henri M, Rubino F,
Marescaux J. Sigmoidectomy. In: Milsom JW, Böhm B, Nakajima K, eds. Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery, 2nd ed. Springer, New York 2006
should be avoided to prevent tearing into the mesorectum or presacral fascia and injuring the presacral venous plexus. The angle of dissection follows the curves of the sacrum, proceeding in an anterior direction to the pelvic fl oor.
Anterior dissection of the peritoneum in the pouch of Douglas is usually performed last. For anterior tumors in male patients, dissection is anterior to Denonvilliers’ fascia, exposing the seminal vesicles bilaterally (Fig.
10.8 ).
In female patients, dissection occurs in the rectovaginal septum. Anterior elevation of the vagina, by an assistant holding a sponge stick in the vaginal vault, helps provide appropriate tissue tension for dissection.
Fig. 10.8 Denonvilliers’ fascia
The precise point of distal resection is determined by sig­moidoscopy, which is performed at the time of resection. The proximal bowel is closed with a laparoscopic bowel clamp, and a fl exible sigmoidoscope/proctoscope locates the
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Fig. 10.9 Before stapling, the rectum is occluded below the level of the tumor, and the distal rectum is irrigated with saline. With permission from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
lesion. By transillumination or palpation of the sigmoido­scope with a laparoscopic instrument, the lower edge of the tumor in the rectum is identifi ed.

Division of the Rectum (Video 10.2 )

The rectum is then divided at least 2 cm below the mid- and distal lesions and 5 cm below upper rectal lesions. If the pel­vis is wide, an endoscopic stapler can be used under laparo­scopic guidance to divide the rectum. Before stapling, the rectum is occluded below the level of the tumor, and the dis­tal rectum is irrigated with saline (Fig. 10.9 ). A laparoscopic stapler is then deployed below the clamp on the bowel. After enlarging the port site and placing a wound protector, the specimen is usually removed at the umbilicus.
In the case of a narrow pelvis in which the endoscopic stapler cannot be properly positioned, a low transverse incision with a wound protector is usually employed. The rectum is occluded, irrigated, stapled, and divided using an open technique.

Colorectal/Coloanal Anastomosis

The fi nal stage of the operation is the creation of an end-to­end anastomosis with a circular stapler. If a low transverse incision is utilized, the anastomosis can be performed using an open technique. If the distal rectum was successfully sta­pled laparoscopically, the anastomosis is performed laparo­scopically. The mobilized descending colon is delivered through either the enlarged umbilical port site or the low transverse incision (Fig. 10.10a ). The anvil of the circular stapler is then placed into the descending colon lumen, and a
purse-string is tied around the center rod in the usual manner (Fig.
10.10b ). The proximal bowel is then returned to the
peritoneal cavity, and the abdominal wall is closed by occlud­ing the wound protector. Pneumoperitoneum is reestablished; the shaft of the stapler is brought to the stapled end of the rectum, and the pin is advanced through the rectal wall. The groove in the center rod is held with an endoscopic clamp through the right lower quadrant cannula and by locking the center rod into the center post of the circular stapler (Fig. 10.11 ). This locking action requires that the axes of the center rod and the center post be in a perfect line. Because the center rod protruding from the proximal colon is grasped with an instrument from the right lower quadrant, its tip will be slightly directed to the right side of the pelvis. Thus, the cir­cular stapler head should be directed slightly to the left side. After deploying the stapler, it is removed, and the tissue rings are inspected. The anastomosis is tested for leaks by fi lling the pelvis with saline, occluding the left colon, and insuffl at­ing air into the rectum via a proctoscope (Fig. 10.12 ). The anastomosis is visualized for completeness and hemostasis.
When performing ultralow coloanal anastomosis with intersphincteric dissection, the specimen is removed via the perineum. The descending colon is then divided at the level of the anal canal in preparation for a hand-sewn reconstruc­tion. Full thickness colon is secured to the mucosa of the anal canal, with the incorporation of muscle with interrupted suture in a single layer technique.
A loop ileostomy is placed in patients with coloanal anastomosis who have received preoperative chemoradiation. This can be performed with laparoscopic assistance. It is placed in the right lower quadrant, at a site ideally marked by an enterostomal nurse preoperatively. A fl at drain is passed through the 5-mm right upper quadrant cannula and guided into the pelvis with a bowel grasper.

Pearls and Pitfalls

• When starting the dissection at the sacral promontory,
ensure that you have all of the redundant sigmoid colon
out of the pelvis. This will help you identify the IMA and
avoid getting in the wrong plane.
• When performing a medial approach to the left colon,
avoid tunneling after scoring the mesentery underneath
the IMA. Keep a broad plane of dissection as you work
toward the base of the IMA to allow for maximal visual-
ization and safe dissection.
• Dissection, aside from dealing with the major vascular
pedicles, should be relatively avascular. If you encounter
moderate-signifi cant bleeding, you are likely in the wrong
plane and need to stop and reassess.
• Applying perineal pressure will push the pelvic fl oor
superiorly and can aid in dissection.