Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy for Hypersplenism in Liver Cirrhosis Patients

In this study,the researchers compared the changes in immune function-related indicators in patients with liver cirrhosis following laparoscopic partial splenectomy,to determine whether this surgical intervention can enhance postoperative immune function and thereby improve patient outcomes.

Patients meeting the study's inclusion criteria were enrolled, and their baseline demographic data were collected. Eligible patients were randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to two groups: the laparoscopic splenectomy group and the laparoscopic partial splenectomy group, using a computer-generated randomization sequence. Following comprehensive preoperative preparation, all surgeries were performed by the same surgical team. The laparoscopic partial splenectomy technique involved preserving the short gastric vessels and the splenic suspensory ligament, with resection conducted along the demarcation line. Postoperatively, all patients received standardized care from the same nursing team, followed by a uniform treatment protocol that included pharmacotherapy, additional therapeutic interventions, and follow-up assessments. Throughout the treatment period, monitoring was performed preoperatively and at 7 days, 1, 3, 6, and 12 months postoperatively. The parameters monitored included routine blood tests, liver function, coagulation profile, immune function, and hemodynamics of the portal vein, proper hepatic artery, and splenic vein.Additionally, indocyanine green (ICG) clearance tests were performed at 3, 6, and 12 months to assess liver function.