Randomized controlled trial of monopolar cautery versus clips for staple line bleeding control in Roux-en-Y gastric bypass

Bleeding from the staple line is a rare but serious problem following bariatric surgery. Staple line bleeding control (SLBC) can be achieved in different ways such as the application of sutures, clips, glue or buttressing materials over the staple line. Cauterization alone is generally not preferred due to concerns about debilitating the staple line.

Source: International Journal of Surgery - September 18, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Ersin Gundogan, Cuneyt Kayaalp, Aydin Aktas, Kutay Saglam, Mufit Sansal, Ufuk Uylas, Cihan Gokler, Egemen Cicek, Fatih Sumer Tags: Original Research Source Type: research