Purpose. Port-site metastasis has been a concern with the common use of laparoscopy in urologic oncology. We conducted this study to provide a review of port-site metastases reported after the laparoscopy in managing urologic malignancies, possible contributing factors and preventative measures. Materials and Methods. An electronic search of MEDLINE using the combined MESH keywords "port-site metastasis" and "Urology". Results. 51 articles addressing port-site metastasis after laparoscopic surgery for urological malignancy were identified. Conclusion. Port-site metastasis after laparoscopic surgery for uroloigical malignancy is rare. The incidence is comparable to the rate for surgical wound metastases.
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