Pay attention to the application of indocyanine green fluorescence imaging technology in laparoscopic liver cancer resection

Core Tip

Core Tip: Fluorescence laparoscopic liver cancer resection, such as indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence imaging, offers various advantages including visualizing bile ducts, tumor localization, staining of liver segments, detection of microscopic lesions, assessment of resection margins, and visualization of lymph nodes. This technology addresses the lack of direct tactile feedback in traditional laparoscopy and is becoming the standard in laparoscopic procedures. Fluorescence imaging in guiding laparoscopic liver cancer resection is expected to enhance the accuracy, safety and efficiency of the procedure. However, caution is advised regarding potential drawbacks of ICG fluorescence imaging such as false-positive liver staining and limited tissue penetration.