Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy For A Splenic Cyst

The importance of preserving splenic parenchyma, due to its immunological and hematopoietic function, has led modern surgeons to perform a conservative surgical treatment for benign, cystic and solid lesions, hematological disorders and, even traumas. We present the case of a 33-year-old female patient with the evidence of extensive cystic formation occupying the upper two-thirds of the spleen at the instrumental examinations. She underwent a laparoscopic partial splenectomy, a safe and feasible approach to treat this type of disease, in order to preserve splenic function and avoid complications related to total splenectomy.