Abstract
Widespread popularity of the double-stapler technique has created the potential for anal sphincter and anal canal injury during transanal insertion of the end-to-end anastomosing stapler. The Faensler operating anoscope helps eliminate that potential by symmetrically dilating the anal canal, thereby permitting atraumatic insertion of the end-to-end anastomosing stapler.
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Khoury, D.A., Opelka, F.G. Anoscopic-assisted insertion of end-to-end anastomosing staplers. Dis Colon Rectum 38, 553–554 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02148860
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