Laparoscopic hernia repair: use of a fenestrated PTFE graft with endo-clips.
Publication/Presentation Date
2-1-1993
Abstract
A prospective study of 15 patients undergoing elective laparoscopic herniorrhaphy was performed using the introduction of a polytetrafluorethylene (PTFE, GORE-TEX) patch fenestrated around the edges to facilitate the use of an Endo-Clip applier. Patient tolerance was increased, and time lost from work was reduced. Two patients treated for prostatitis resumed sexual activity within the first 10 days with no recurrences or intra-abdominal infections. Fenestration of the PTFE patch was possible without fraying the material and without compromising the strength of the patch. The Endo-Clip applier secures the patch to the ligamentous structures. Initial cases were followed for 6 months.
Volume
3
Issue
1
First Page
35
Last Page
38
ISSN
1051-7200
Published In/Presented At
Campos, L., & Sipes, E. (1993). Laparoscopic hernia repair: use of a fenestrated PTFE graft with endo-clips. Surgical laparoscopy & endoscopy, 3(1), 35–38.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
8258068
Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article