In recent years, laparoscopic spleen-preserving splenic hilar lymph node dissection has gradually been appreciated and applied in clinical practice with the increasing acceptance of the concepts such as organ-function preservation and minimally invasive surgery. However, because of the complexity of the anatomy of the splenic hilus, mastering the technical essentials and tips of laparoscopic spleen-preserving splenic hilar lymph node dissection is critical for successful completion of the operation.