Method of effecting dorsal vein ligation

Details Method of effecting dorsal vein ligation Method of effecting dorsal vein ligation

1988-03-18

1989-07-18

Thaler, Michael H.

Surgery

Miscellaneous

Methods

128325, 128334R, A61B 1712

Patent

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048483672

ABSTRACT:
A method of effecting dorsal vein ligation comprising the steps of positioning a selectively actuable radially expandable member in the urethra adjacent the dorsal vein, actuating the radially expandable member to effect urethral distention outwardly against the dorsal vein to effect substantial closure of the dorsal vein to create a closed portion of the dorsal vein, and ligating the dorsal vein adjacent the closed portion thereof.

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