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- Title
Easy slip-knot: a new simple tying technique for deep sutures.
- Authors
Ishii, Yudo; Tahara, Shigeyuki; Oyama, Kenichi; Kitamura, Takayuki; Teramoto, Akira
- Abstract
Background: Knot-tying in the deep operative field is very complicated because of the narrow working space during endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery. We present a novel technique for tying deep knots called the 'easy slip-knot,' which was developed from a knot used to tie fishing lines. Method: After threading the dura, an easy slip-knot is made outside the nostril. One end of the string is pulled, the knot then naturally slips, and should reach the operative field without needing a knot-pusher. Findings: This method is not complicated, is easily applied to the operative field by slipping the knot into position, and is able to tie sutures securely. Conclusions: The easy slip-knot should be useful for endoscopic surgery.
- Subjects
MEDICAL care; ENDOSCOPIC surgery; OPERATIVE surgery; ENDOSCOPY; FISHING
- Publication
Acta Neurochirurgica, 2011, Vol 153, Issue 7, p1543
- ISSN
0001-6268
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s00701-011-0988-3