Abstract |
In contrast to the large thoracotomy incisions required by standard surgical techniques for repair of diaphragmatic eventration, the procedure we developed can be performed by video-assisted thoracoscopy, thus offering patients the advantages of a minimally invasive operation. Using two superposed series of transverse back-and-forth continuous sutures, the diaphragm is invaginated, then stretched. The first suture line holds the diaphragm down and maintains the excess within the abdomen; the second suture line places the desired tension on the diaphragmatic dome. Successful repair of 3 cases by this technique is described.
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Authors | J Mouroux, B Padovani, N C Poirier, D Benchimol, A Bourgeon, J Deslauriers, H Richelme |
Journal | The Annals of thoracic surgery
(Ann Thorac Surg)
Vol. 62
Issue 3
Pg. 905-7
(Sep 1996)
ISSN: 0003-4975 [Print] Netherlands |
PMID | 8784039
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Adult
- Aged
- Diaphragm
(surgery)
- Female
- Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic
(surgery)
- Humans
- Male
- Methods
- Middle Aged
- Suture Techniques
- Video Recording
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