Expediting of laparoscopic rectal dissection using a hand-access device.
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Abstract
Adoption of laparoscopic rectal dissection has been limited partially because of technical difficulties related to rectal exposure and effective retraction. We introduce a simple but effective method of retracting the distal rectum by using a Gelport hand-assisted laparoscopic device. Our method facilitates laparoscopic rectal dissection while obviating the need for intracorporeal manual retraction.
Medical subject headings
- Laparoscopy
- Rectum
- Surgical Instruments