title: A simplified technique for laparoscopic instrument ties.
abstract: A technique is described which simplifies intracorporeal knot-tying during laparoscopic surgery. The technique is applicable to both novice and experienced laparoscopic surgeons, and has ergonomic, cost and safety advantages over previously reported methods.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville, South Australia.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Facchin
authors.forename: J R
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Bessell
authors.forename: G J
authors.initials: GJ
authors.lastname: Maddern
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D020706:Laparoscopes; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D009339:Needles; D013536:Suture Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation; D013537:Sutures