Transanal glove port is a safe and cost-effective alternative for transanal endoscopic microsurgery

2012 ◽  
Vol 99 (10) ◽  
pp. 1429-1435 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Hompes ◽  
F. Ris ◽  
C. Cunningham ◽  
N. J. Mortensen ◽  
R. A. Cahill
Keyword(s):  
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
Cost Effective Alternative ◽  
Endoscopic Microsurgery ◽  
Glove Port

scholarly journals Glove Port Technique for Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrara Alessandro ◽  
Mangiola Daniela ◽  
Motter Michele ◽  
Tirone Andrea ◽  
Ghezzi Gianmarco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Anal Sphincter ◽  
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Dentate Line ◽  
Anorectal Function ◽  
Late Complications ◽  
R0 Resection ◽  
Specialized Equipment ◽  
Endoscopic Microsurgery ◽  
Glove Port

Introduction. Despite initial enthusiasm, the use of transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) is still quite limited at present because of the expense of highly specialized equipment and the complexity of the learning curve. Furthermore, some authors report a relevant, although temporary, effect on anorectal function because of the considerable anal dilatation which can even produce a rupture of the internal anal sphincter. The “glove TEM” proposes itself as an alternative to traditional TEM that could settle these problems.Materials and Methods. The technique is accurately described together with the necessary equipment to perform it. Between 2011 and 2012, we operated eight patients with this technique for rectal adenomas or early carcinomas achieving R0 resection in all cases and reporting no early or late complications during the first five months of followup.Discussion. This technique offers multiple advantages compared to the original TEM. (i) It allows the use of all available laparoscopic instruments. (ii) It gives a great manoeuvrability of the instruments in contrast to rigid rectoscope systems. (iii) Given the limited length of the device, it permits to operate on tumors closer to the dentate line. (iv) It is less traumatic to the anal sphincter. It is definitively much cheaper.Conclusions. We believe that this new technique is easy to perform, cost-effective, and less traumatic to the anal sphincter compared to traditional TEM.

scholarly journals Comparison of a single-access glove port with a SILS™ port in a surgical simulator model using MISTELS

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ulrike Strohmeier ◽  
Gilles Dupré ◽  
Barbara Bockstahler ◽  
Alexander Tichy ◽  
Lea Liehmann
Keyword(s):  
Single Port ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
Task Completion ◽  
Single Port Access ◽  
Port Access ◽  
Cost Effective Alternative ◽  
Glove Port ◽  
Access Surgery

Abstract Background Recent advances in laparoscopy both in human and veterinary medicine have looked at means of being less invasive by using single-port access surgery as opposed to multiport access surgery. The glove port has gained popularity as a cost-effective alternative to commercially available single-port access devices. The primary aim of this study was to compare the glove port to the SILS™ port in a simulator model using the first two MISTELS (McGill inanimate system for training and evaluation of laparoscopic skills) tasks (peg transfer and pattern cutting). Methods Twenty-two novices were enrolled in this experimental study. Each participant had 60 min to practise both MISTELS tasks using two-port laparoscopy. Thereafter participants performed both tasks using the glove and SILS™ port with scores being calculated based on task completion time and errors. Higher scores were indicative of better performance. Participants were assigned into two groups with the starting order of the single ports being randomly selected. A self-evaluation questionnaire with three questions was completed by each participant after testing, rating each port. Results Significantly (p < 0.05) higher scores were achieved using the glove port compared to the SILS™ port when performing both tasks. The glove port was subjectively evaluated as easier to use with more manoeuvrability of the instruments than the SILS™ port. Implications of the study The glove port’s improved manoeuvrability and ease of use make it a cost-effective alternative to the SILS™ port, for use in single-port laparoscopic veterinary surgery.

ANCORSTEEL 4300

Alloy Digest ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 58 (11) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Tensile Properties ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Heat Treating ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
Powder Metal ◽  
Secondary Processing ◽  
Cost Effective Alternative

Abstract Ancorsteel 4300 alloy ferrous powder simulates wrought steel compositions and is a cost-effective alternative to alloys requiring secondary processing. This datasheet provides information on composition, physical properties, hardness, and tensile properties as well as fracture toughness. It also includes information on heat treating and powder metal forms. Filing Code: SA-611. Producer or source: Hoeganaes Corporation.

scholarly journals Robotic hepatectomy is a safe and cost-effective alternative to conventional open hepatectomy: A single center experience

HPB ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 22 ◽  
pp. S186-S187
Author(s):  
J. Hawksworth ◽  
N.P. Llore ◽  
M.L. Holzner ◽  
P. Radkani ◽  
E. Mesler ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cost Effective ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
Single Center ◽  
Robotic Hepatectomy ◽  
Single Center Experience ◽  
Open Hepatectomy ◽  
Cost Effective Alternative

A recent overview on the porphyrin-based π-extended small molecules as donors and acceptors for high-performance organic solar cells

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Venkatesh Piradi ◽  
Feng Yan ◽  
Xunjin Zhu ◽  
Wai-Yeung Raymond Wong
Keyword(s):  
Solar Cells ◽  
Solar Cell ◽  
Small Molecules ◽  
Organic Solar Cells ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
The Past ◽  
Cost Effective Alternative ◽  
Silicon Based

Organic solar cells (OSCs) have been considered as a promising cost-effective alternative to silicon-based solar cell counterparts due to their lightweight, mechanical flexibility, and easy fabrication features. Over the past...

Mini-Gastric Bypass by Mini-Laparotomy: A Cost-Effective Alternative in the Laparoscopic Era

2007 ◽  
Vol 17 (11) ◽  
pp. 1482-1486 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roger Noun ◽  
Eddy Riachi ◽  
Smart Zeidan ◽  
Bassam Abboud ◽  
Viviane Chalhoub ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gastric Bypass ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
Mini Gastric Bypass ◽  
Cost Effective Alternative ◽  
Mini Laparotomy
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