Karen M Tobias1. 1. Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-4544, USA. ktobias@utk.edu
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To review indications, benefits, and complications of surgical stapling in animals. STUDY DESIGN: Literature review. RESULTS: Benefits and complications of surgical stapling depend on the procedure performed. Use of surgical staplers does not improve wound strength but may decrease surgical time. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: In patients at significant risk for intraoperative contamination or morbidity from prolonged anesthesia time, use of stapling devices should be considered.
OBJECTIVES: To review indications, benefits, and complications of surgical stapling in animals. STUDY DESIGN: Literature review. RESULTS: Benefits and complications of surgical stapling depend on the procedure performed. Use of surgical staplers does not improve wound strength but may decrease surgical time. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: In patients at significant risk for intraoperative contamination or morbidity from prolonged anesthesia time, use of stapling devices should be considered.