Abstract
The currently used technology for transanal excision of rectal neoplasms is diathermy. However, control of bleeding is sometimes difficult. The Harmonic Scalpel provides a “dry” surgical field which facilitates the procedure and allows complete resection of the neoplasm with greater accuracy.
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Rabau, M. Transanal resection of rectal neoplasms using the Harmonic Scalpel. Tech Coloproctol 12, 247–249 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10151-008-0427-5
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10151-008-0427-5