title: Two-dimensional oblique cut: a simple method helps anastomosing small vessels.
abstract: A simple method involving a two-dimensional oblique cut is introduced to help anastomosing tiny vessels. This method can enlarge the cut ends, reduce vessel constriction, make the lumen easier to see, and stagger the front and back edges.
authors.affiliation: Microvascular Services, Orthopaedic Hospital, Los Angeles, CA 90007.
authors.forename: J Y
authors.initials: JY
authors.lastname: Bao
mesh_terms: D000714:Anastomosis, Surgical / Q000379:methods; D008866:Microsurgery / Q000379:methods*; D014656:Vascular Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*