title: A method of closing laparoscopy port incisions using a modified Veress needle.
abstract: A new method of closing laparoscopy port incisions uses a modified Veress needle. The device easily closes the fascia and peritoneum, which should prevent incisional hernias at these sites. It adds little if any cost to laparoscopic procedures. It has been used in 28 patients with satisfactory results.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sinai Hospital, 6767 West Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48235, USA.
authors.forename: M H
authors.initials: MH
authors.lastname: Goldrath
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Phillips
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D020706:Laparoscopes; D009339:Needles; D011677:Punctures; D013536:Suture Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation*