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  • Title: The laparoscopic cigarette sponge.
    Author: Gholami SS, Shekarriz B, Rudnick D, Duh QY, Stoller ML.
    Journal: J Urol; 2001 Jul; 166(1):194. PubMed ID: 11435855.
    Abstract:
    PURPOSE: Minor hemorrhage during laparoscopic procedures may obscure the operative field. We describe the use of an especially designed, 4 x 4 absorbent sponge for multiple laparoscopic applications. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The cigarette sponge, also known as the Kittner roll gauze, was routinely used for laparoscopic upper tract procedures. The sponge may be placed easily through ports 5 mm. or greater. RESULTS: The cigarette sponge was excellent for absorbing minor but bothersome bleeding, facilitating suction and blunt dissection, and assisting with retraction. CONCLUSIONS: This especially designed laparoscopic sponge dramatically eases laparoscopic procedures, especially for controlling bothersome hemorrhage and blunt dissection. It may decrease operative time and facilitate difficult laparoscopic procedures.
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