A novel method for intra-operative colonic decompression without contamination

The need for intra-operative colonic decompression is commonplace within general surgical theatre. However, cases are usually complex, present late and the risk of perforation with subsequent contamination is high. We describe a novel technique for closed decompression using a laparoscopic trocar an...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Bhoday, J, Miles, WFA
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: JSCR Publishing Ltd 2010
Materias:
Colorectal Surgery
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3649146/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24946338
http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jscr/2010.7.4
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Sumario:The need for intra-operative colonic decompression is commonplace within general surgical theatre. However, cases are usually complex, present late and the risk of perforation with subsequent contamination is high. We describe a novel technique for closed decompression using a laparoscopic trocar and standard pool sucker in a 78-year-old gentleman with an obstructing sigmoid tumour.

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