A simple method for ligating with straight and curved needles in operative laparoscopy.

Reich, H; Clarke, H C; Sekel, L · Obstet Gynecol · 1992

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Abstract

This report describes the use of the Clarke ligator (knot-pusher) and lists its recent applications. Laparoscopic suturing is simplified by the use of a new technique allowing any size curved needle to be inserted through a 5-mm puncture site.

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