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  • Title: The dangers of using stapling devices for cystic duct closure in laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
    Author: Belgaumkar AP, Carswell KA, Chang A, Patel AG.
    Journal: Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech; 2009 Oct; 19(5):e194-7. PubMed ID: 19851251.
    Abstract:
    Laparoscopic stapling devices are used widely in laparoscopic surgery, for division of vessels and creation of anastomoses. Their use in the division of a widened cystic duct at laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been reported earlier. We present 3 different complications occurring after division of the cystic duct using the EndoGIA stapling device. A review of the literature has been performed and safe alternative techniques for laparoscopic ligation of the cystic duct are proposed.
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