title: Automatic stapling techniques in abdominal hysterectomy.
abstract: A method for abdominal hysterectomy using automatic stapling techniques is presented, and a series of 130 cases using metal staples is reported. Advantages and disadvantages are discussed. A new development using Lactomer absorbable staples is introduced.
mesh_terms: D004414:Dyspareunia / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007044:Hysterectomy / Q000379:methods*; D011108:Polymers; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D013193:Stainless Steel; D013528:Surgical Staplers; D013536:Suture Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation
chemical_list: D011108:Polymers; D013193:Stainless Steel