Evaluation of Postoperative Anastomotic Patency in Lymphaticovenular Anastomosis Using Photoacoustic Imaging
While PAI provides valuable insights, challenges remain, including the potential for ambiguous results from the intermittent nature of lymphatic flow and difficulty visualizing low-ICG-concentration lymphatic vessels. Nonetheless, PAI offers a promising method for detailed 3D evaluation of anastomoses. It may improve surgical outcomes and contribute to future evidence in the field. Further advancements, including real-time video assessment, may enhance the accuracy and reliability of LVA patency evaluation.
Authors
- Yushi Suzuki (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1674-4090)
- Keisuke Okabe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8614-5195)
- Nobuaki Imanishi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8816-6309)
- Kazuo Kishi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4298-9828)
- Marika Otaki
- Shiho Watanabe
- Hisashi Sakuma (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6073-6832)
- Hiroki Kajita (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3267-5884)
- Hayato Nagashima
Institutions
- Keio University (JP)
- Tokyo Dental College Ichikawa General Hospital (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Surgical Oncology
- Published
- 2024-09-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/jso.27898
- Citations
- 5
- Primary Topic
- Lymphatic System and Diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.41
Funders
- Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development