title: Evaluation of autosutures in gastrointestinal surgery.
abstract: Autosuture surgical instruments were used in over 300 gastrointestinal operations including 60 gastric resections. The technic and its advantages and disadvantages are reviewed, specifically for gastric surgery. Operating time required has been decreased, and results have been good. The instruments have wide application, and their safety has been proved.
mesh_terms: D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013270:Stomach / Q000601:surgery; D013528:Surgical Staplers; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013997:Time Factors