Metastatic tumours of the stomach present a clinical dilemma for the surgeon. Palliative surgical resection can alleviate symptoms and prolong survival in selected patients. However, previous studies have used open methods of surgical resection with potentially high morbidity and mortality. We describe the use of laparoscopic wedge resection of the stomach for palliative resection of metastatic melanoma to highlight the benefits of this technique.
Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, South Manchester University Hospital, NHS Trust, South Moor Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M23 9LT, UK. ravidate@hotmail.com
