The application of a blunt ‐tip needle to suture the dorsal venous complex in robot‐assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

ConclusionsUsing a blunt‐tip needle to suture the DVC may reduce DVC‐related bleeding and provide a better surgical field. It may be helpful in improving postoperative continence. However, its effect on positive margin at the apex still needs further investigation.

Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - March 31, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Chao Zhang, Huiqing Wang, Chen Ye, Fei Guo, Bo Yang, Chuanliang Xu, Yinghao Sun Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research