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ArticleAnnals of surgical oncology2025

Laparoscopic Cytoreduction for Benign Multicystic Mesothelioma: A Comprehensive Description of a Pelvic Space-Oriented Peritonectomy.

Matteo Aulicino, Carlo Abatini, Federica Ferracci, Giorgio D'Annibale, Claudio Lodoli, Andrea Di Giorgio, Miriam Attalla El Halabieh, Luca Palmieri, Riccardo Oliva, Valerio Gallotta and 2 more

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Article in Annals of surgical oncology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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  1. Cellular Plasticity in Malignant Transformation: Mesothelial Cells.Pathobiology : journal of immunopathology, molecular and cellular biology · 2026
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Matteo AulicinoCatholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy.
Carlo AbatiniSurgical Unit of Peritoneum and Retroperitoneum Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Federica FerracciCatholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy. federica.ferracci@guest.policlinicogemelli.it.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-8040-2231
Giorgio D'AnnibaleCatholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy.
Claudio LodoliSurgical Unit of Peritoneum and Retroperitoneum Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Andrea Di GiorgioSurgical Unit of Peritoneum and Retroperitoneum Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Miriam Attalla El HalabiehSurgical Unit of Peritoneum and Retroperitoneum Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Luca PalmieriDepartment of Woman and Child Health and Public Health, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Riccardo OlivaDepartment of Woman and Child Health and Public Health, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Valerio GallottaDepartment of Woman and Child Health and Public Health, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Fabio PacelliCatholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy.
Francesco SantulloSurgical Unit of Peritoneum and Retroperitoneum Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAbdominal multicystic peritoneal mesothelioma (MCPM) is a rare condition characterized by multiple serous cysts, predominantly affecting the pelvic peritoneum.

resultsThe two cases illustrate tailored surgical strategies. In the first case, a uterus-sparing approach was employed to preserve the possibility of future heterologous fertility. In the second, a hysterectomy was performed owing to uterine infiltration by cystic disease, with specimen extraction via the transvaginal route, enabling scarless cytoreduction. Despite longer operative times, laparoscopy facilitated faster recovery and shorter hospital stays.

conclusionsLaparoscopic cytoreduction is feasible in selected patients with minimal disease burden. Owing to the surgical complexity, minimally invasive cytoreduction should only be performed after achieving technical proficiency in open cytoreductive surgery. Furthermore, a structured mentoring program and multidisciplinary support are essential for its safe implementation.

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Cytoreduction Surgical ProceduresLaparoscopyMesothelioma, CysticPeritoneal NeoplasmsPeritoneumFemaleHumansPrognosis

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PMID40670848

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