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Further technical developments of laparoscopic NIR imaging systems are in progress and aim to improve the real-time intraoperative display of NIR uorophores18;19.
In conclusion, we describe the successful use of a novel NIR uorescence laparoscopy procedure for the identi cation and resection of uveal melanoma liver metastasis using 10 mg ICG administered intravenously 24 h prior to surgery. This procedure is minimally invasive, relatively easy to perform, and is complementary to conventional techniques for the detection and complete resection of liver metastases from uveal melanoma.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We thank Karl Storz GmbH & Co. KG for supplying the laparoscopic near- infrared imaging system.