Laparoscopic duodenal atresia repair using surgical U-clips: a novel technique.
Laparoscopic repair of duodenal atresia has been reported. Reports to date have indicated use of standard laparoscopic suturing and knot tying. Unfortunately, there has been a high leak rate associated with the technique. We report our technique of using U-clips for the duodenoduodenostomy, thus limiting trauma to the duodenum during the anastomosis and less risk for postoperative leakage.
Valusek
Patricia A
PA
Department of Surgery, The Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA.
Spilde
Troy L
TL
Tsao
KuoJen
K
St Peter
Shawn D
SD
Holcomb
George W
GW
Ostlie
Daniel J
DJ
D013505:Digestive System Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D004380:Duodenal Obstruction / Q000151:congenital*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007409:Intestinal Atresia / Q000601:surgery*; D010535:Laparoscopy; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D013525:Surgical Instruments