Stenosis after stapler anastomosis.
Two cases of anastomotic stenosis after the use of the GIA Auto Suture Stapler are presented as examples of the potential problem that does exist in using this instrument. Possible causes and a suggestion for eliminating this complication have been outlined.
D000293:Adolescent; D000368:Aged; D012809:Colon, Sigmoid / Q000601:surgery; D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D004381:Duodenal Ulcer / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D005763:Gastroenterostomy; D006801:Humans; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D013528:Surgical Staplers / Q000009:adverse effects*