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Proximal Anastomosis Using the OrVil™ Circular Stapler in Major Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery

Authors: Benjamin C. Knight, Samuel J. Rice, Peter G. Devitt, Andrew Lord, Philip A. Game, Sarah K. Thompson

Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery | Issue 7/2014

Abstract

Anastomoses in major upper gastrointestinal surgery can be technically demanding, especially handsewn anastomoses traversing the diaphragmatic hiatus. The OrVil™ stapler is a unique circular stapler that allows rapid creation of various upper gastrointestinal anastomoses in technically challenging circumstances, particularly if additional proximal clearance is desirable. Little is reported in the literature regarding its outcomes and complication rates. In this ‘How I do It’ article, we describe our technique and experience with the OrVil™ in major upper gastrointestinal surgery.

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Title: Proximal Anastomosis Using the OrVil™ Circular Stapler in Major Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
Authors: Benjamin C. Knight
Samuel J. Rice
Peter G. Devitt
Andrew Lord
Philip A. Game
Sarah K. Thompson
Publication date: 01-07-2014
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery / Issue 7/2014
Print ISSN: 1091-255X
Electronic ISSN: 1873-4626
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-014-2478-4

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