title: Novel use of Absorbable Modified Polymer (AMP®); EndoClot™ as an adjunct in the management of bleeding from the liver bed during laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
abstract: Absorbable modified polymer (AMP) is a novel local haemostatic agent derived from a natural polysaccharide. Its safety and efficacy has been evaluated in upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding without reported side effects. We report the safe use of AMP as an adjunct in the management of serious bleeding during laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
authors.forename: Pramodh Chitral
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Chandrasinghe
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
authors.forename: Asantha
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: De Silva
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
authors.forename: Kemal Ismail
authors.initials: KI
authors.lastname: Deen
keywords: Absorbable modified polymer; Hemorrhage; Laparoscopy