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Initial clinical experience with a biofragmentable ring for sutureless bowel anastomosis

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Diseases of the Colon & Rectum

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Twenty-seven patients have had bowel anastomoses with a biofragmentable ring for sutureless bowel anastomosis. There were no complications associated with the anastomotic techique. One patient developed an ischemic stricture of the proximal side of the anastomosis due to compromised circulation. There was no leakage. Technical factors regarding the BAR anastomosis are described. A properly placed purse-string suture is of primary importance. Advantages appear to be a more rapid and easy anastomosis with better healing.

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  1. Davis and Geck, American Cyanamid Company, Pearl River, New York

    Abraham R. Katz M.S., John W. Maney B.A. & Jane T. Costanzo R.N., A.M., M.A.

  2. Central Ohiol Colon and Rectal Center, Grant Medical Center, 300 East Town Street, 43215, Columbus, Ohio

    Thomas G. Hardy Jr. M.D., Pedro S. Aguilar M.D., William R. C. Stewart M.D. & William G. Pace M.D.

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  1. Thomas G. Hardy Jr. M.D.
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  2. Pedro S. Aguilar M.D.
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Hardy, T.G., Aguilar, P.S., Stewart, W.R.C. et al. Initial clinical experience with a biofragmentable ring for sutureless bowel anastomosis. Dis Colon Rectum 30, 55–61 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02556926

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