| Literature DB >> 2918734 |
F M Juettner1, P Kohek, H Pinter, G Klepp, G Friehs.
Abstract
In severely emphysematous or otherwise destroyed lung parenchyma, staples often cut through, which causes prolonged postoperative air leakage. A mechanical suture line reinforced by a polydioxanone ribbon is a simple, safe, and effective method for closure of air leaks, resection, or biopsy in such cases.Entities:
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Year: 1989 PMID： 2918734
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg ISSN： 0022-5223 Impact factor: 5.209