The role of preoperative 3D reconstruction in optimizing surgical planning and intraoperative guidance during laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy: a pilot study - Scorecard - MDSpire

The role of preoperative 3D reconstruction in optimizing surgical planning and intraoperative guidance during laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy: a pilot study

  • By

  • Juan Bellido-Luque

  • Andrea Balla

  • Cristina Hurtado de Rojas Grau

  • Julio Reguera Rosal

  • Inmaculada Sánchez Matamoros

  • Salvador Morales-Conde

  • Ángel Nogales-Muñoz

  • July 15, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Utilizing Preoperative 3D Reconstruction to Enhance Surgical Planning and Intraoperative Navigation in Laparoscopic Distal Pancreatectomy: A Pilot Investigation

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionLaparoscopic Distal Pancreatectomy
Key MechanismsPreoperative 3D reconstruction for anatomical understanding and surgical planning.
Target PopulationAdults undergoing elective laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy.
Care SettingSingle-center prospective pilot case series.

Key Highlights

  • 3D reconstruction influenced surgical strategy regarding spleen management.
  • Intraoperative findings confirmed preoperative 3D assessment.
  • Real-time consultation of 3D models facilitated safe dissection.
  • Histology revealed well-differentiated neuroendocrine tumors in both patients.
  • 3D models provided clearer perception of spatial relationships.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Utilize contrast-enhanced CT and MRI for preoperative assessment.

Management

  • Consider 3D reconstruction for personalized surgical planning.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Intraoperative ultrasound may enhance surgical navigation.

Risks

  • Underestimating vessel involvement can lead to complications.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Two adult patients undergoing elective LDP.

3D reconstruction may improve decision-making regarding spleen preservation.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Incorporate 3D reconstruction in preoperative planning for complex cases.
  • Evaluate tumor location and vascular relationships using 3D models.

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Original Source(s)

The role of preoperative 3D reconstruction in optimizing surgical planning and intraoperative guidance during laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy: a pilot study

  • by Juan Bellido-Luque, Andrea Balla, Cristina Hurtado de Rojas Grau, Julio Reguera Rosal, Inmaculada Sánchez Matamoros, Salvador Morales-Conde, Ángel Nogales-Muñoz

  • July 15, 2026

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