The use of polymeric clips in securing the appendiceal stump during laparoscopic appendicectomy: a systematic review
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DOI: 10.1007/s00068-019-01105-5
Abstract: PurposeA key step during laparoscopic appendicectomy is securing the appendiceal stump. This has traditionally been achieved using vicryl endoloops, but increasing evidence suggests that the use of polymeric clips (Hem-o-lok) may be a safe and… read more here.
Keywords: appendiceal stump; polymeric clips; laparoscopic appendicectomy; stump closure ... See more keywords
Proper use of appendiceal stump closure methods for surgical site infection in laparoscopic appendectomy
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DOI: 10.1111/ases.13130
Abstract: Although some studies have reported on the relationship between appendiceal stump closure methods and postoperative complications, there is no fixed method for this procedure. This study aimed to compare treatment outcomes of the existing procedures. read more here.
Keywords: appendiceal stump; stump closure; proper use; closure methods ... See more keywords
Validation of appendiceal stump invagination in laparoscopic appendectomy
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DOI: 10.1111/ases.13137
Abstract: There are various methods for appendiceal stump dissection, but the necessity for stump invagination remains unclear. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of appendiceal stump invagination in patients with acute appendicitis after laparoscopic appendectomy… read more here.
Keywords: laparoscopic appendectomy; stump invagination; appendiceal stump;
Polymeric clips are a quicker and cheaper alternative to endoscopic ligatures for securing the appendiceal stump during laparoscopic appendicectomy
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DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2018.0036
Abstract: Introduction The use of polymeric clips in securing the appendiceal stump has been increasingly reported as a viable alternative to current methods in emergency laparoscopic appendicectomy. We evaluated the operative outcomes following the use of… read more here.
Keywords: appendiceal stump; use; polymeric clips; laparoscopic appendicectomy ... See more keywords
Self-Locking Polymeric Clips Are Safe for the Closure of Appendiceal Stump in Laparoscopic Appendectomy
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DOI: 10.3390/medicina59030533
Abstract: Background: Closure of the appendix stump is critical to avoid serious postoperative complications. There are a number of options, but the best one has not been identified yet. The purpose of this study is to… read more here.
Keywords: polymeric clips; appendiceal stump; locking polymeric; closure ... See more keywords