Partial nephrectomy performed with linear stapling device. An experimental study.
The use of linear stapling devices for partial resection of parenchymatous organs is not widely known. We have successfully employed this method for partial nephrectomy. A study in dogs is reported, and the advantages, indications and various technical aspects are discussed.
Baniel
J
J
Department of Urology, Beilinson Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel.
Schein
M
M
D000818:Animals; D004285:Dogs; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D009392:Nephrectomy / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D013528:Surgical Staplers; D013997:Time Factors