OBJECTIVE: In this work, we attempted to develop a modified single-knot Kessler-loop lock suture technique and compare the biomechanical properties associated with this single-knot suture technique with those associated with the conventional modified ...
Wenfeng Yang+5 more
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A novel bidirectional side exiting pledgetted suture for valve replacement surgery
The pledgetted mattress suture is one of the most widely used suture techniques for valve replacement surgery. However, the traditional pledgetted suture has several defects including intertwining of the sutures and the pledget flipping over.
Junnan Zheng, Henry Davies, Yiming Ni
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Methods and Tools for Objective Assessment of Psychomotor Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery [PDF]
Training and assessment paradigms for laparoscopic surgical skills are evolving from traditional mentor–trainee tutorship towards structured, more objective and safer programs.
Chmarra, Magdalena K.+7 more
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Background and Objectives: Total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) is a commonly performed gynecological procedure. Vaginal cuff closure significantly impacts operative time and outcomes.
Gizem Berfin Uluutku Bulutlar+3 more
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Continuous or interrupted suture technique for hepaticojejunostomy? A national survey
Background Hepaticojejunostomy is commonly used in hepato-bilio-pancreatic surgery and a crucial step in many surgical procedures, including pancreaticoduodenectomy. The most frequently used techniques are the interrupted suture and the continuous suture
Maximilian Brunner+6 more
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Unfolding Manhattan Towers [PDF]
We provide an algorithm for unfolding the surface of any orthogonal polyhedron that falls into a particular shape class we call Manhattan Towers, to a nonoverlapping planar orthogonal polygon.
Damian, Mirela+2 more
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Biomechanical Comparison of 3 Syndesmosis Repair Techniques With Suture Button Implants
Background: Suture button fixation of syndesmotic injury is growing in popularity, as it has been shown to provide adequate stability in a more cost-effective manner than screw fixation while allowing more physiologic distal tibiofibular joint motion ...
Andrew S. Parker+4 more
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Comparison of Two Methods of Simple and Continuous Plastic Subcutaneous Suture in Appendectomy Wound Healing [PDF]
Background and Objective: Appendectomy is one of the most common surgical procedures with various clinical complications affecting wound healing. The type of skin closure is a critical surgical stage to prevent infection and dermal scarring.
Behzad Imani+3 more
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Modified Continuous Mucosal Connell Suture for the Pharyngeal Closure After Total Laryngectomy: Zipper Suture [PDF]
ObjectivesPharyngocutaneous fistula is a serious complication after total laryngectomy, and there are some risk factors stated in the literature. The surgical suture techniques are not studied so much.
Mehmet Haksever+4 more
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A randomised controlled trial evaluating the use of polyglactin mesh, polydioxanone and polyglactin sutures for pelvic organ prolapse surgery [PDF]
To compare the effectiveness of polyglactin mesh, and polydioxanone or polyglactin sutures in women having pelvic organ prolapse surgery. Randomised controlled trial with a factorial 2(2 design of polyglactin mesh or not, and polydioxanone or polyglactin
Alladin, S+2 more
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