Surgery – Truss – Perineal
Patent
1993-08-18
1995-03-21
Apley, Richard J.
Surgery
Truss
Perineal
606 1, A61B 1702
Patent
active
053986717
ABSTRACT:
An abdominal lift for use in endoscopic surgery is described. The lift defines a substantial portion of a circle. It has a spoke portion and an upstanding member. Its surface may be mechanically compliant and may be coated with an adhesion prevention agent or a lubricous coating. The described method of use includes use of a starter lift followed by insertion of the abdominal lift. The abdominal lift is elevated to establish a pneumoperitoneum at or near ambient air pressure.
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Ortiz Mark S.
Steckel Mark G.
Apley Richard J.
Ethicon Inc.
Maraglio Donna L.
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