Construction of the intestinal stoma with an intraluminal stapling device.
We have used the intraluminal circular stapler to facilitate construction of the intestinal conduit stoma. We have encountered no complications related to the stapled stoma construction technique in 8 patients. The stoma is circular, uniform in size and is fitted easily with an appliance. The circular staple line provides a watertight seal that prevents contamination of the subcutaneous tissues. The technique is rapid, reliable and reproducible.
Donovan
J F
JF
Department of Urology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City.
Winfield
H N
HN
Williams
R D
RD
D003125:Colostomy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007081:Ileostomy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D013528:Surgical Staplers; D014547:Urinary Diversion / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*