Risk factors for dehiscence of stapled intestinal anastomoses in dogs

Stapled functional end-to-end anastomosis (SFEEA) is reported to be a safe and effective technique for apposing intestinal segments in human and veterinary medicine. Reported advantages over hand-sewn anastomosis include speed, consistency, repeatability, decreased tissue trauma, improved blood supply to the anastomosis site, superior strength during the lag phase of wound healing, immediate high burst strength, and the ability to appose two portions of bowel with large differences in lumen diameter.
Source: Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery - Category: Veterinary Research Tags: Surgery (Soft Tissue) Source Type: research