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Title: The use of the omental pedicle graft in urinary tract reconstruction-. Author: Turner-Warwick R. Journal: J Urol; 1976 Sep; 116(3):341-7. PubMed ID: 785032. Abstract: The omentum is unique in that it is the only body tissue specifically developed for the resolution of infected process; it also regains its suppleness once healing has taken place. The characteristics are not shared by the periureteral and perivesical tissues so that a properly mobilized pedicle graft is valuable adjunct to be more difficult repairs and reconstructions of the urinary tract.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]