The role of single-incision laparoscopic peritoneal exploration in the management of patients with peritoneal metastases

ConclusionSILPE can be safely incorporated in the management of patients with PM. It is a safe and feasible staging tool, allowing for preventing unwarranted laparotomy for patients not deemed candidate for CRS/HIPEC. Even though it may underestimate PCI, SILPE accurately predicts the possibility of CCR.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research